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NV AB246

NV AB246
Revises provisions relating to offenders. (BDR 16-686)


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Introduced
02/17/2025
In Committee
04/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/03/2025

Introduced Session

Potential new amendment
83rd Legislature (2025)

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to offenders; requiring the Department of Corrections, to the extent money is available, to establish vocational farm programs; authorizing the Department to engage the services of certain registered dietitians; authorizing the Department to adopt regulations relating to such dietitians; requiring the Department to issue a request for information and conduct a study on food services during the 2025-2026 interim; limiting the term of renewals of food service contracts during that period; and providing other matters properly relating thereto.

AI Summary

This bill aims to improve various aspects of food services and vocational opportunities for offenders in the Nevada Department of Corrections. The bill requires the Department to establish vocational farm programs, to the extent funding is available, in correctional institutions. These programs must be voluntary, comply with fair labor standards, implement sustainable agricultural practices, and serve educational and therapeutic purposes. Any food produced through these programs should be used in meals for offenders, with any surplus donated to local charities. The bill also authorizes the Department to contract with or accept volunteer services from registered dietitians who are not employed by the Department or affiliated with existing food service vendors. Additionally, the bill mandates a comprehensive one-year study during the 2025-2026 interim to evaluate food services in correctional facilities. This study will involve data collection methods like surveys and interviews, and will examine various aspects of food services, including cost analysis, nutritional value, food safety, menu variations, food waste, and the impact of food services on offenders' physical and mental health. The Department is required to publish the study results online, and any food service contract renewals during the study period are limited to a maximum of two years.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

(No further action taken.) (on 06/03/2025)

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