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Introduced
06/21/2024
06/21/2024
In Committee
06/21/2024
06/21/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a jail and prison construction moratorium, report the accompanying bill (Senate, No. 2821).
AI Summary
This bill establishes a jail and prison construction moratorium, prohibiting state and public agencies from studying, planning, designing, acquiring, leasing, or constructing new correctional facilities or detention centers, expanding the capacity of existing facilities, or converting parts of existing facilities for the purpose of detention or incarceration. However, it allows county sheriffs to transfer up to 30 beds from a closed county jail and regional lockup facility to an existing county correctional facility within the same county. The bill also includes provisions for the repeal of certain sections after a 5-year period.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (20)
Mike Barrett (D),
Jo Comerford (D),
Mike Connolly (D),
Manny Cruz (D),
Sal DiDomenico (D),
Mindy Domb (D),
Lydia Edwards (D),
Jamie Eldridge (D),
Cindy Friedman (D),
Russell Holmes (D),
Vanna Howard (D),
Pat Jehlen (D),
Mary Keefe (D),
Kay Khan (D),
Jack Lewis (D),
Jason Lewis (D),
Liz Miranda (D),
Steve Owens (D),
Becca Rausch (D),
Dan Sena (D),
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight (Joint)
Last Action
No further action taken (on 12/31/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2821 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S2821.pdf |
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