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Texas: Governor Abbott Appoints Eight To Crime Victims' Institute Advisory Council

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~ Governor Greg Abbott has recently announced the appointment and reappointment of several individuals to the Crime Victims' Institute Advisory Council. The council is responsible for conducting a thorough analysis of the impact of crime on victims, their families, and society as a whole.

Representative John Smithee, who represents Texas House District 86 and chairs the Criminal Jurisprudence Committee, has been appointed to the council. With a background in law, Smithee received his Bachelor of Business Administration from West Texas A&M University and his Juris Doctor from Texas Tech University School of Law.

Joining Smithee on the council is Alexis Nungaray, a student at Lone Star College and an angel mom and crime victims' advocate. Nungaray is also a member of Texas Crime Victims United.

Senator Joan Huffman, who serves as the State Senator for District 17 and chairs the Senate Committee on Finance, has been reappointed to the council. With extensive experience in criminal justice, Huffman previously served as Chief Felony Prosecutor and Legal Counsel for the Harris County District Attorney's office. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Louisiana State University and a Juris Doctor from South Texas College of Law.

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Lee Ann Breading, District Judge of the 462nd Judicial District Court in Denton, has also been reappointed to the council. Breading is Board Certified in Criminal Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and has served on various legal committees throughout her career. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and her Juris Doctor from Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law.

Libby Hamilton, program director for post-conviction victim services at the Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles, has been appointed to the council. Hamilton is actively involved in several victim advocacy organizations and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from St. Edwards University.

Emmitt Jackson, Jr., Chief of Police for the Argyle Police Department, has also been appointed to the council. With over 15 years of experience in law enforcement, Jackson is a board member of Denton County Friends of the Family and a member of several police associations. He received his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of North Texas and his Master of Science in Criminal Justice from Lamar University.

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Brandi Reed, CEO of Family Support Services in Amarillo, has been appointed to the council as well. With a Bachelor of Arts from West Texas A&M University and advanced training in victim advocacy, Reed brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the council.

Lastly, Erleigh Wiley, Criminal District Attorney for Kaufman County, has been appointed to the council. Wiley is actively involved in various legal organizations and volunteers with several agencies that support victims. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas Tech University and a Juris Doctor from The University of Texas at Austin School of Law.

All members have been appointed or reappointed to terms set to expire on January 31, 2027. Their expertise and dedication to serving victims will be invaluable as they work together on behalf of those affected by crime.

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