S 1722
An Act relative to elder and medical parole
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Bill overview
This bill, S.1722, seeks to establish elder and medical parole in Massachusetts, allowing individuals who are elderly or have serious medical conditions to be released from prison under specific circumstances. Currently, these individuals are often held in detention even when they pose no risk to public safety. The bill aims to provide a more humane and appropriate option for these individuals, focusing on their well-being and potential for rehabilitation. It is part of a broader effort to reform the state's parole system.
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James B. Eldridge
Jason M. Lewis
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