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NJ S2709
NJ S2709Concerns private entities that own, operate or manage correctional facilities or jails.
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Introduced
02/15/2024
02/15/2024
In Committee
02/15/2024
02/15/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill prohibits any private entity from owning, operating or managing any correctional facility or jail within the State, unless the entity is operating or managing the facility or jail pursuant to a contract entered into with a public body before the bill took effect. The bill prohibits a public body from, after the bill takes effect, entering into, renewing or extending the terms of a contract with any private entity for the keeping of any person within a correctional facility or jail.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits any private entity from owning, operating, or managing correctional facilities or jails in New Jersey after the bill takes effect, with an exception for entities already under contract with a public body before the bill's enactment. A "public body" is defined as the State of New Jersey, its agencies, or any local government, and a "private entity" encompasses any non-governmental individual or organization. The bill also prevents public bodies from entering into, renewing, or extending contracts with private entities for housing individuals in correctional facilities or jails. This legislation aims to transition the management of these facilities away from private companies and back to government control.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Law and Public Safety Committee (on 02/15/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S2709 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2709_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S3000/2709_I1.HTM |
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