H1757

Restoring the furlough program for incarcerated persons

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Restores furlough program for incarcerated persons in Massachusetts.

The bill amends Massachusetts law to reinstate the furlough program for incarcerated persons. It allows the commissioner to authorize committed offenders to be away from correctional facilities for up to 14 days within a 12-month period, for purposes such as attending funerals, visiting critically ill relatives, or seeking employment. The bill also permits the commissioner to establish camps for certain prisoners to work in state forests, subject to specific conditions.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Nov 18, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

Nov 18, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on The Judiciary Hearing

History

Mar 26

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)

Nov 18, 2025

Joint

Hearing rescheduled to 11/18/2025 from 01:00 PM-08:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time

Nov 18, 2025

House

Reported by committee to Clerk’s Office for processing, will accompany a study order