Sandra Bland case discussion underway in Texas House committee

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Thursday, July 30, 2015
Sandra Bland case discussion underway in Texas House committee
Sandra Bland case discussion underway in Texas House committeeA Texas House committee session featured discussion on the Sandra Bland case, including detailed discussion on mental illness in local jails.

AUSTIN, TX -- The arrest and death of Sandra Bland is bringing top state officials to the Texas Capitol to testify about jail standards and police officer protocols.

PHOTOS: Sandra Bland case

The hearing Thursday in Austin is the first time lawmakers are meeting to discuss the circumstances surrounding the death the 28-year-old black woman from suburban Chicago. Authorities say Bland on July 13 hanged herself in jail, a finding that her family has questioned.

Bland was in custody for allegedly assaulting a white Texas trooper who on July 10 pulled her over in Waller County for an improper lane change.

The Texas House Committee on County Affairs is now taking a new look at jail procedures and interactions with the police and the general public.

Texas Rangers and FBI are continuing to investigate Bland's death.

VIDEO IN SANDRA BLAND CASE

VIDEO: New dash cam video from Prairie View

VIDEO: Original dash cam video from Prairie View

VIDEO: From Waller County Jail

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