REQUESTING THE WOMEN'S CORRECTIONS IMPLEMENTATION COMMISSION TO DEVELOP A STRATEGY AND MAKE RECOMMENDATIONS TO REDUCE THE NUMBER OF WOMEN INCARCERATED AT THE WOMEN'S COMMUNITY CORRECTIONAL CENTER BY TWENTY-FIVE PERCENT OVER THE NEXT FIVE YEARS.

2024 Regular Session Introduced by Stanley Chang and 6 co-sponsors

SCR 31 seeks to reduce female incarceration at the Women's Community Correctional Center by 25% in five years through alternative sentencing and rehabilitation strategies.

Referred to CMV, FIN, referral sheet 27

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Bill Overview

Bill Number: SCR 31
Title: Requesting the Women's Corrections Implementation Commission to develop a strategy and make recommendations to reduce the number of women incarcerated at the Women's Community Correctional Center by twenty-five percent over the next five years.
Status: Referred to CMV, FIN, referral sheet 27
Introduced: March 05, 2024
Classification: Concurrent Resolution
Subject: Incarcerated Women, Reduction, Women's Corrections Implementation Commission

Purpose and Intent

SCR 31 aims to address the growing concern regarding the incarceration rates of women at the Women's Community Correctional Center. The resolution seeks to engage the Women's Corrections Implementation Commission in developing a comprehensive strategy that targets a 25% reduction in the female inmate population over the next five years. This initiative reflects a commitment to reforming the corrections system and promoting alternatives to incarceration for women.

Key Provisions

Development of Strategy: The Women's Corrections Implementation Commission is tasked with creating a detailed strategy to achieve the 25% reduction in female incarceration rates.

Recommendations: The Commission will provide recommendations that may include alternative sentencing, rehabilitation programs, and community support initiatives aimed at preventing incarceration.

Timeline: The goal is to implement these strategies and achieve the targeted reduction within a five-year timeframe.

Affected Parties

Women Incarcerated: The primary focus is on women currently incarcerated at the Women's Community Correctional Center, who may benefit from alternative programs and reduced sentences.

Women's Corrections Implementation Commission: This body will be responsible for the development and oversight of the proposed strategies.

Community Organizations: Local organizations may be involved in providing support services and rehabilitation programs as part of the strategy.

Legislative Process and Timeline

March 05, 2024: SCR 31 was offered.

March 14, 2024: The bill was referred to the Public Safety, Intergovernmental, and Military Affairs (PSM) committee.

March 28, 2024: A public hearing was scheduled for April 1, 2024.

April 01, 2024: The PSM committee recommended the measure be passed with amendments.

April 03, 2024: The bill was reported from the PSM committee and adopted in an amended form (SD 1).

April 04, 2024: The resolution was transmitted to the House after being received from the Senate.

April 05, 2024: The bill was referred to the Committees on Consumer Protection and Commerce (CMV) and Finance (FIN).

Conclusion

SCR 31 represents a proactive approach to reducing the number of women incarcerated in the Women's Community Correctional Center. By engaging the Women's Corrections Implementation Commission, the resolution aims to foster a more rehabilitative and supportive environment for women in the corrections system, ultimately contributing to lower incarceration rates and improved outcomes for affected individuals.

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