S 1178
An Act to reduce mass incarceration
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Bill overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act to reduce mass incarceration,’ aims to address the issue of excessive incarceration in Massachusetts. It seeks to implement reforms focused on reducing the number of people held in state prisons and promoting alternatives to traditional sentencing. The legislation proposes changes to parole processes and seeks to limit the use of lifetime parole for young offenders. Ultimately, the goal is to create a more equitable and effective criminal justice system.
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