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HF 1047

A bill for an act relating to prison infrastructure.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Overview: Bill Number: HF 1047, Title: A bill for an act relating to prison infrastructure, Status: Rereferred to Appropriations, Introduced: May 12, 2025, Classification: bill, Su

Committee vote: Yeas, 23. Nays, 0. Excused, 2.
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Bill Summary · HF 1047

Overview: Bill Number: HF 1047, Title: A bill for an act relating to prison infrastructure, Status: Rereferred to Appropriations, Introduced: May 12, 2025, Classification: bill, Subject: Correctional Facilities, correctional systems, infrastructure

Purpose and Intent: The purpose of this bill is to address the state's prison infrastructure needs, likely through funding or policy changes related to the construction, maintenance, or improvement of correctional facilities.

Key Provisions:
- Provides funding or authorizes the use of funds for prison infrastructure projects
- May include provisions for the planning, design, or construction of new prisons or the renovation/expansion of existing facilities
- Could also address issues like facility safety, energy efficiency, or inmate living conditions

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- The state's correctional system, including the Department of Corrections and prison administrators, would be directly affected
- Incarcerated individuals may see changes to their living conditions and facilities
- Taxpayers may be impacted through funding allocations for the infrastructure projects

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been rereferred to the Appropriations committee, indicating it is still in the legislative process and may require further review and approval of funding
- The timeline for implementation and completion of any infrastructure projects is unclear from the available information

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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