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HD 4338

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 Franklin County Correctional Facility for the second quarter of calendar year 2024

194th Legislature (2025-2026)

Massachusetts Sheriffs' Association reports Q2 2024 aggregate population data for Franklin County Correctional Facility as required by state law.

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Bill Summary · HD 4338

Legislative bill overview

HD 4338 is a administrative communication from the Massachusetts Sheriffs' Association submitting aggregate population data for the Franklin County Correctional Facility for Q2 2024. This is a routine reporting requirement mandated under Section 40 of Chapter 126 of the General Laws, which requires sheriffs to report incarceration statistics to the state.

Why is this important

Regular reporting of jail population data allows state officials and the public to monitor facility capacity, staffing needs, and trends in local detention. This data informs policy decisions about criminal justice resource allocation and helps identify overcrowding or operational issues at county facilities.

Potential points of contention

  • Data transparency: While aggregate data provides oversight, critics may argue more detailed demographic breakdowns are needed to identify disparities in who is detained
  • Timeliness: The Q2 2024 data is being filed in January 2025—months of delay may limit its usefulness for current policy decisions
  • Limited scope: This addresses only one facility; comprehensive state-level analysis requires coordination across all Massachusetts correctional facilities

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

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