1. (a) For each decision of a parole panel granting or denying the release of an inmate on parole, or denying the release of an inmate on mandatory supervision, the parole panel shall:

   1. (1) produce a written statement, in clear and understandable language, that explains:

      1. (A) the decision; and
      2. (B) the reasons for the decision only to the extent those reasons relate specifically to the inmate;
   2. (2) provide a copy of the statement to the inmate; and
   3. (3) place a copy of the statement in the inmate's file.

2. (b) In a written statement produced under Subsection (a), the parole panel may withhold information that:

   1. (1) is confidential and not subject to public disclosure under Chapter 552; or
   2. (2) the parole panel considers to possibly jeopardize the health or safety of any individual.
3. (c) The board shall keep a copy of each statement produced under Subsection (a) in a central location.

Added by Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1154 (S.B. 213), Sec. 14, eff. September 1, 2013.