An Act relative to elder and medical parole
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, An Act relative to elder and medical parole, proposes to establish a process for allowing individuals who are unable to care for themselves due to age or illness to be released from correctional facilities and placed in appropriate medical or residential settings. It aims to provide an alternative to traditional incarceration for those whose conditions make them unsuitable for the prison system, prioritizing their well-being and access to necessary care. The bill seeks to ensure that such individuals receive appropriate medical and supportive services upon release.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for elder and medical parole.
- Allows for the release of individuals from correctional facilities based on age or illness.
- Requires a determination by a medical review board regarding an individual’s suitability for parole.
- Specifies that parole should be considered as an alternative to traditional incarceration.
- Mandates the provision of medical and supportive services upon release.
- Addresses the needs of individuals with age-related or illness-related limitations.
- Requires reporting on the implementation and outcomes of the parole process.
Who is affected
- Correctional Facility Inmates
- Elderly Individuals
- Individuals with Serious Illnesses
- Medical Professionals
- Healthcare Providers
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Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
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