An Act creating an independent correctional oversight office to facilitate the recommendations of the Special Legislative Commission on Structural Racism in Correctional Facilities of the Commonwealth
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- Passed Senate
- Passed House
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Overview
This bill establishes an independent correctional oversight office in Massachusetts to help implement the recommendations made by the Special Legislative Commission on Structural Racism in Correctional Facilities. The goal is to address systemic issues within the state’s correctional system and ensure fair and equitable treatment of incarcerated individuals. The office will facilitate the implementation of the commission’s findings and recommendations, promoting transparency and accountability. This legislation directly responds to concerns about racial disparities and structural inequalities within the state’s prison system.
Key provisions
- Creates an independent correctional oversight office.
- The office will support the implementation of the Special Legislative Commission on Structural Racism in Correctional Facilities’ recommendations.
- The office will focus on addressing structural racism within the correctional system.
- The office will promote transparency and accountability in correctional facilities.
- The office will report to the Legislature.
- The office will have the authority to investigate complaints and make recommendations for change.
- The office will be staffed by independent experts.
- The office will be funded through the state budget.
Who is affected
- Incarcerated individuals
- Correctional facilities in Massachusetts
- The Massachusetts Department of Correction
- The Legislature
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Cosponsors
James B. Eldridge
Joanne M. Comerford
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