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RI H7966
RI H7966Sets standards and procedures to allow and implement conjugal visitation at state correctional facilities.
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Introduced
03/05/2024
03/05/2024
In Committee
03/05/2024
03/05/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/30/2024
06/30/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would set standards and procedures to allow and implement conjugal visitation at state correctional facilities. This act also directs the department of corrections to establish and enforce rules and regulations governing conjugal visits. This act would take effect on January 1, 2025.
AI Summary
This bill sets standards and procedures to allow and implement conjugal visitation at state correctional facilities. It directs the Department of Corrections to establish and enforce rules and regulations governing these visits, including prohibiting video surveillance, restricting contraband, limiting visit duration and frequency, and allowing the warden to suspend visits in certain circumstances. The bill also outlines the process for scheduling conjugal visits, which requires registering, submitting a visitor form, and confirming the visit with the specific facility. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2025.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Ramon Perez (D)*,
Jose Batista (D),
Grace Diaz (D),
Leo Felix (D),
Deb Fellela (D),
Charlene Lima (D),
John Lombardi (D),
Bill O'Brien (D),
Enrique Sanchez (D),
Camille Vella Wilkinson (D),
Last Action
Committee recommended measure be held for further study (on 04/11/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText24/HouseText24/H7966.pdf |
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