Bill > A07589

This bill requires the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision to create a family reunion program. The program would provide eligible inmates and their families the opportunity to meet for an extended period of time in a residential setting. Eligible inmates must maintain a good disciplinary record, comply with departmental program requirements, and not pose a current danger to themselves or others. The program would be available at every maximum-security state correctional facility and certain medium-security facilities. The bill outlines the specific family members who may be eligible to participate and the process for applying and appealing denials. The bill would take effect one year after it becomes law.