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Introduced
05/02/2023
05/02/2023
In Committee
05/02/2023
05/02/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A bill to establish an inspections regime for the Bureau of Prisons, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes an inspections regime for the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to be conducted by the Department of Justice Inspector General. The bill defines the scope of the inspections, which can cover various aspects of prison operations and conditions, and requires the Inspector General to develop a risk-based inspection schedule and issue public reports with recommendations. The bill also creates an Ombudsman position within the Department of Justice to receive and investigate complaints related to the health, safety, and rights of incarcerated individuals or staff. The Ombudsman and Inspector General are granted broad access to BOP facilities and records. The bill prohibits retaliation against complainants and requires the Attorney General to ensure the implementation respects due process protections.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (6)
Jon Ossoff (D)*,
Mike Braun (R),
Shelley Moore Capito (R),
Dick Durbin (D),
Tim Kaine (D),
Joe Manchin (I),
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 05/02/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/1401/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s1401/BILLS-118s1401is.pdf |
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