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SB 2051

Department of Corrections; extend repealer on drug and alcohol program at Bolivar County Regional Facility.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Albert Butler and 2 co-sponsors

Mississippi extends deadline for Bolivar County Regional Facility's drug and alcohol treatment program, preventing its automatic termination and maintaining rehabilitation services for incarcerated individuals.

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Bill Summary · SB 2051

Legislative bill overview

SB 2051 extends the deadline for a repealer clause affecting a drug and alcohol treatment program at the Bolivar County Regional Facility in Mississippi. The bill prevents the automatic termination of this correctional program by pushing back the date when the repealer would take effect, effectively allowing the program to continue operating beyond its originally scheduled expiration.

Why is this important

Repealer extensions are significant because they determine whether rehabilitation programs in correctional facilities remain available to incarcerated individuals. This directly affects treatment access, recidivism rates, and resource allocation within the state's corrections system. The program's continuation also has budget implications for the Department of Corrections and may influence outcomes for individuals with substance use disorders in custody.

Potential points of contention

  • Program effectiveness unclear: The bill does not specify whether the program's continuation is based on demonstrated success or cost-benefit analysis
  • Fiscal sustainability: Extending the program commits ongoing resources without clarity on whether adequate funding is appropriated or justified
  • Lack of accountability measures: The extension does not establish new performance metrics, evaluation periods, or conditions for future renewals, potentially creating indefinite program continuation

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

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