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Introduced
06/15/2021
06/15/2021
In Committee
06/15/2021
06/15/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to a review of the impact and effectiveness of facility programming by the Department of Correction including a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the effects of health care in department facilities and a special commission (including members of the General Court) relative to the effects of confinement in the departmental disciplinary unit on the mental health and wellness of prisoners. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill proposes several key provisions related to prison reform in Massachusetts. Firstly, it requires the Department of Correction (DOC) to partner with public institutions of higher education to develop educational programming for prisoners and allow them to earn college credits. Secondly, it directs the DOC to develop nutrition standards to ensure the provision of healthy food options for prisoners. Additionally, the bill establishes two commissions - one to review the effects of healthcare in correctional facilities, and another to study the impacts of confinement in the Departmental Disciplinary Unit (DDU) on prisoners' mental health. Both commissions are required to report their findings and recommendations by January 1, 2022.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4844 (on 06/09/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3882 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H3882.pdf |
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