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FL H1169

FL H1169
Florida Correctional Operations Oversight Council


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Introduced
01/03/2018
In Committee
01/07/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/10/2018

Introduced Session

2018 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Creates council within Office of Chief Inspector General; specifies composition of council; prescribes duties & responsibilities of council; prohibits council from interfering with operations of DOC or DJJ.

AI Summary

This bill creates the Florida Correctional Operations Oversight Council within the Office of the Chief Inspector General. The council is responsible for overseeing the operations of the Department of Corrections and the Department of Juvenile Justice, with a focus on the safe and effective management of major institutions and facilities. The council is composed of nine members appointed by the Governor, the President of the Senate, and the Speaker of the House of Representatives. The council's duties include evaluating daily operations, conducting inspections, identifying problematic facilities, providing technical assistance, and submitting annual reports with recommendations. The council is prohibited from interfering with the day-to-day operations of the two departments, but it can investigate and make suggestions for improvement. The bill also appropriates funds and authorizes a new full-time position to support the council's administration.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Died in Criminal Justice Subcommittee (on 03/10/2018)

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