An Act relative to human rights and improved outcomes for incarcerated people
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to improve human rights and outcomes for people currently incarcerated and those re-entering society after incarceration. It seeks to expand rehabilitation programs within correctional facilities and support successful re-entry into the community. The legislation focuses on ensuring fair treatment and providing resources to help formerly incarcerated individuals find employment and housing. It also addresses broader issues related to human rights within the prison system.
Key provisions
- Expand access to educational and vocational training programs within prisons.
- Increase funding for re-entry support services, such as job placement assistance and housing support.
- Promote humane treatment and reduce reliance on restrictive practices in correctional facilities.
- Establish a process for reviewing and addressing complaints related to human rights violations.
- Require data collection and reporting on incarcerated populations and re-entry outcomes.
- Support mental health services for incarcerated individuals.
- Address barriers to employment for formerly incarcerated people.
- Encourage restorative justice practices.
Who is affected
- Incarcerated individuals
- Correctional facilities
- Families of incarcerated individuals
- Re-entry support organizations
- The criminal justice system
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Sponsors
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7 on record
Primary sponsor
Cynthia Stone Creem
Cosponsors
Cynthia Stone Creem
James B. Eldridge
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