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Texas Invests $5 Million in Youth Behavioral Health Center

6/21/2025

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Southeast Texas is set to transform juvenile justice with a $5 million state investment in a new behavioral health center. Announced by State Representative Christian Manuel, the former Buckner Village in Beaumont will be revamped into an inpatient facility, offering crucial mental health support for 20 to 60 young offenders, managed by the Spindletop Center.

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Story summary

Southeast Texas is set to transform juvenile justice with a $5 million state investment in a new behavioral health center. Announced by State Representative Christian Manuel, the former Buckner Village in Beaumont will be revamped into an inpatient facility, offering crucial mental health support for 20 to 60 young offenders, managed by the Spindletop Center.