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S 4976

Allows certain additional privileges to incarcerated individuals when visitation is suspended for any reason

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Leroy Comrie

Authorizes additional privileges for incarcerated people when visitation is suspended, affecting inmates and families, with safeguards and oversight to govern eligibility.

REFERRED TO CRIME VICTIMS, CRIME AND CORRECTION
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Bill Summary · S 4976

Summary of Bill S 4976

Overview

Bill S 4976, introduced on February 14, 2025, is a bill that would “allow certain additional privileges to incarcerated individuals when visitation is suspended for any reason.” The bill is currently referred to the Crime Victims, Crime and Correction committee. The primary sponsor is Senator Leroy Comrie. The text of the bill is not provided here, so the precise privileges and eligibility criteria are not stated in the available information.

Purpose and Intent

  • The stated aim is to authorize additional privileges for incarcerated individuals in situations where visitation has been suspended for any reason.
  • The policy rationale, scope, and safeguards would be specified in the bill’s text and accompanying fiscal notes, if any.

Key Provisions (Based on Title)

Note: The exact provisions are not included in the provided material. The bill’s text would detail:
- Which incarcerated individuals would be eligible (e.g., by inmate status, security level, length of incarceration, or other criteria).
- The specific “additional privileges” to be granted (e.g., increased visitation windows, enhanced communication options, temporary relaxation of certain rules, or other privileges).
- The conditions under which visitation is suspended (the bill’s trigger) and how suspensions interact with eligibility for the privileges.
- Procedures for granting, revoking, and monitoring privileges, including any oversight or appeals processes.
- Safeguards related to security, safety, and abuse prevention.
- Any reporting, evaluation, or sunset provisions and fiscal/implementation considerations.

Who would be Affected

  • Incarcerated individuals who meet the bill’s criteria.
  • Families and approved visitors, who could be impacted by changes in visitation-related privileges.
  • Correctional and administrative agencies responsible for implementing, monitoring, and enforcing the privileges.
  • Victims and stakeholders interested in the balance between inmate privileges and public safety.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduced: February 14, 2025.
  • Current Status: Referred to the Crime Victims, Crime and Correction committee (listed twice in the provided actions).
  • Next steps likely include committee consideration, potential amendments, and floor votes, depending on the committee’s schedule and legislative process.

Sponsorship and Related Legislation

  • Primary Sponsor: Leroy Comrie.
  • Related Bills (prior-session): S 8173, S 4160, S 8198. These may reflect prior attempts to address related issues or similar provisions in earlier sessions.

Additional Notes

  • The official bill text, fiscal impact statement, and any amendments are needed to provide a precise, detailed summary of the provisions and potential effects.
  • For readers seeking specifics, monitor the bill’s text on the official legislative website and review any committee reports or fiscal notes as they become available.

If you’d like, I can incorporate the exact text and fiscal notes once you provide them or a link to the bill’s full text.

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

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