Hawaii SB1047 appropriates funds for body cameras for adult correctional officers to deter misconduct and protect inmates.
Hawaii SB1047 aims to allocate funds for the purchase of body cameras for adult correctional officers to wear while on duty at state correctional facilities. The bill seeks to deter sexual assaults and contraband, thereby building a defense against future lawsuits and protecting inmates from rogue officers. The appropriated funds will be used for fiscal years 2025-2026 and 2026-2027, and will be managed by the department of corrections and rehabilitation. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.
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