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119th Congress Introduced by Ted Budd and 11 co-sponsors

Bill S 961 requires notification for Department of Corrections staff when their personal information is subpoenaed, enhancing their privacy and protection from potential harm.

Introduced in Senate

Bill Overview

Bill Number: S 961

Title: Requires notice be provided to any officer or employee of the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision whose personal information is the subject of a subpoena duces tecum.

Status: Referred to Crime Victims, Crime and Correction

Introduced On: January 08, 2025

Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of Bill S 961 is to enhance the privacy and security of officers and employees working within the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision. By mandating that these individuals receive notice when their personal information is requested through a subpoena duces tecum, the bill aims to protect them from potential harassment, intimidation, or other adverse consequences that may arise from the public disclosure of their personal data.

Key Provisions

Notice Requirement: The bill stipulates that any officer or employee of the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision must be notified if their personal information is the subject of a subpoena duces tecum.

Scope of Protection: This provision is designed to cover all personal information that may be disclosed through such legal requests, ensuring that affected individuals are aware of the potential exposure of their private details.

Impact

Affected Parties: The bill directly impacts officers and employees of the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision, providing them with a layer of protection regarding their personal information.

Legal and Procedural Implications: By requiring notification, the bill may lead to changes in how subpoenas are processed within the department, potentially increasing the administrative burden on legal and compliance teams to ensure that notifications are sent out appropriately.

Legislative Process

Current Status: As of January 08, 2025, the bill has been referred to the Committee on Crime Victims, Crime and Correction for further consideration.

Related Legislation: The bill is linked to several prior-session bills (S 3818, S 3338, S 3786, S 5207, S 3581, S 1581, S 2638, S 228) and has a companion bill (A 1739) in the Assembly, indicating ongoing legislative interest in the protection of personal information for correctional staff.

Conclusion

Bill S 961 seeks to address the critical issue of privacy for correctional officers and employees by ensuring they are informed when their personal information is subject to legal scrutiny. This legislative measure reflects a growing recognition of the need to safeguard the identities and personal details of those working in sensitive and often high-risk environments.

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