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The 194th General Court of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts

Bill S.1724 194th (Current)

An Act establishing a correctional inspector general office

By Ms. Miranda, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1724) of Liz Miranda, William N. Brownsberger and Joanne M. Comerford for legislation to establish a correctional inspector general office. Public Safety and Homeland Security.

Bill Information

Presenter:
Liz Miranda

This bill establishes an independent Corrections Inspector General (CIG) office to oversee correctional facilities, ensure compliance with laws, and protect the health, safety, and welfare of incarcerated individuals. The CIG will conduct regular inspections, investigate systemic issues, and gather public and inmate input, while maintaining confidentiality. It aims to improve transparency, accountability, and the overall conditions of correctional facilities through public reporting and the enforcement of recommendations.

* The bill summary was created by the Primary Sponsor of the bill; no committee of the General Court certifies the accuracy of its contents.

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