An Act to build restorative family and community connection
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, S.1720, aims to improve family and community connections by regulating visits to state prisons and correctional facilities. It seeks to establish clearer guidelines and potentially enhance the visiting experience for incarcerated individuals and their families. The legislation is currently under consideration by the Public Safety and Homeland Security committee, with a scheduled hearing planned for October 15, 2025.
Key provisions
- Regulates visits to state prisons and correctional facilities.
- Aims to improve family and community connections.
- Scheduled for a hearing on October 15, 2025.
- Currently under review by the Public Safety and Homeland Security committee.
Who is affected
- Incarcerated individuals
- Families of incarcerated individuals
- Correctional facilities
- Prison staff
- The public
Notable changes
- The bill is part of a series of similar proposals focused on restorative justice and family connections within the correctional system.
- It is related to previous legislation concerning visitor centers and transportation for visitors to DOC and HOC facilities.
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Sponsors
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12 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
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