Overview: HD 5316, A communication from the Massachusetts Sheriffs' Association (see Section 40 of Chapter 126 of the General Laws) submitting the aggregate data on the population of the Bristol County Correctional Facility for the second quarter of calendar year 2025, Placed on file, Introduced: November 06, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This communication from the Massachusetts Sheriffs' Association provides the required quarterly report on the population of the Bristol County Correctional Facility. The report is submitted in accordance with Section 40 of Chapter 126 of the General Laws, which mandates the regular reporting of inmate population data by county correctional facilities.
Key Provisions:
- Presents the total inmate population of the Bristol County Correctional Facility for the second quarter of 2025
- Includes demographic breakdowns of the inmate population by age, gender, and other relevant characteristics
- Analyzes any notable changes or trends observed in the facility's population during the reporting period
Affected Parties and Impacts: The primary affected party is the Bristol County Sheriff's Office, which is responsible for collecting and submitting the required population data. Policymakers, criminal justice reform advocates, and the general public may use this information to better understand the dynamics and trends within the county's incarcerated population.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: This communication has been placed on file, indicating it has been received and acknowledged by the legislature. No further action is required, as the report fulfills the statutory reporting requirement.
