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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish 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 aims to reform the Massachusetts prison system. It proposes the following key provisions:
1. Requiring the Department of Correction (DOC) to partner with public institutions of higher education to develop educational programming for prisoners, allowing them to earn college credits.
2. Mandating the DOC to develop food standards to ensure healthy, safe, and palatable food options for people in custody, including nutrition requirements, offering culturally appropriate food, and providing adequate time for meals.
3. Establishing a commission to review and make recommendations on the effects of healthcare in DOC facilities.
4. Establishing a commission to study and make recommendations on the effects of confinement in the Departmental Disciplinary Unit (DDU) on the mental health and wellness of prisoners.
The bill aims to improve the quality of life and rehabilitation opportunities for individuals in the Massachusetts correctional system.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4517 (on 06/05/2024)
Official Document
bill text
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1789 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H1789.pdf |
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