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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 require county and state correctional facilities to provide substance abuse services to certain inmates. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve public safety by facilitating access to addiction services for inmates in county and state correctional facilities. The key provisions of the bill are:
1) It requires county correctional facilities, including houses of correction and jails, to evaluate each person admitted for their substance abuse history and provide addiction services upon request. The sheriff may make these services available through engaging providers, collaborating with other agencies, and utilizing volunteers from community recovery programs.
2) It also requires state correctional facilities to evaluate each person admitted for substance abuse history and provide addiction services upon request, using similar methods as the county facilities.
The overall goal of the bill is to ensure that inmates with substance abuse issues are identified and provided with appropriate addiction treatment services to support their rehabilitation and reduce recidivism, ultimately enhancing public safety.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (14)
Brian Ashe (D),
Ruth Balser (D),
Michelle Ciccolo (D),
Marjorie Decker (D),
Sean Garballey (D),
Carmine Gentile (D),
Carlos González (D),
Kay Khan (D),
Elizabeth Malia (D),
Denise Provost (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Dave Rogers (D),
Jon Santiago (D),
José Tosado (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/H1338 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H1338.pdf |
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