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Introduced
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to reduce recidivism through evidence-based programs. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to reduce recidivism (the tendency of a convicted criminal to reoffend) through the implementation of evidence-based programs. It establishes an Office of Recidivism Reduction Research within the Department of Correction to evaluate the effects of various prison programs, such as work, education, and recovery programs, on reducing recidivism and the associated cost savings. The bill also requires all medium and maximum security correctional facilities in the Commonwealth to implement a "Program Engagement Strategy" (PES) that utilizes incentives and consequences to increase prisoner participation in eligible programs, including cognitive behavioral therapy-based programs. By January 1, 2024, each of these facilities must offer at least one PES-eligible cognitive behavioral therapy program.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (13)
Brian Ashe (D),
Marcos Devers (D),
Michelle DuBois (D),
Nika Elugardo (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Carlos González (D),
Stephen Hay (D),
Mary Keefe (D),
Kay Khan (D),
Liz Miranda (D),
Rady Mom (D),
José Tosado (D),
Bud Williams (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5081 (on 11/12/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3301 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H3301.pdf |
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