An Act relative to human rights and improved outcomes for incarcerated people
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to improve the lives and outcomes of people incarcerated in Massachusetts by increasing the amount of time they spend outside of their cells and expanding access to educational, vocational, and other programs. It seeks to align with human rights principles and promote rehabilitation and successful re-entry into society. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means and has been subject to hearings.
Key provisions
- Increase out-of-cell time for incarcerated individuals.
- Expand access to education and training programs.
- Promote opportunities for employment while incarcerated.
- Enhance access to other rehabilitative programs.
- Aligns with human rights principles for incarcerated people.
- The bill was referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- The bill has been subject to hearings.
Who is affected
- Incarcerated individuals in Massachusetts
- Correctional facilities in Massachusetts
- Families of incarcerated individuals
- Rehabilitation programs in Massachusetts
Notable changes
- The bill focuses on increasing out-of-cell time as a key component of improved outcomes.
- It seeks to broaden the range of programs available to incarcerated individuals.
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Sponsors
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18 on record
Primary sponsor
Cosponsors
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Danillo A. Sena
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