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MA S1303

MA S1303
Resolve establishing a special commission on prisoner and correction officer suicides


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
04/02/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to establish a special commission on prisoner and correction officer suicides. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a special commission to study the prevention of suicide among prisoners and correction officers in Massachusetts correctional facilities. The commission will review the state of suicide prevention programs, develop model plans, recommend program changes, highlight budget priorities, and recommend best practices to reduce instances of prisoner and correction officer suicide and attempted suicide. The commission will examine various aspects related to suicide prevention, including policies, staff training, intake screening, risk identification, communication between staff, housing for suicidal inmates, observation and treatment plans, intervention, and post-incident reporting. The commission will also provide recommendations for improving mental health services and reducing stress, anxiety, and depression among correction officers. The commission will submit its findings and recommendations to the state legislature by March 31, 2019.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Discharged to the committee on Senate Rules (on 04/02/2018)

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