Ends solitary confinement in federal facilities and mandates minimum standards for alternative housing.
The End Solitary Confinement Act prohibits solitary confinement in federal facilities, except in specific emergency situations. It mandates that any placement in restrictive housing must be reviewed and approved by health care staff, and requires regular reviews by a multidisciplinary team. The act also establishes a community monitoring body to oversee compliance and make recommendations. It ensures incarcerated individuals have access to out-of-cell time, programming, and services.
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