H2635

Creating an independent correctional oversight office to facilitate the recommendations of the Special Legislative Commission on Structural Racism in Correctional Facilities of the Commonwealth

Introduced·2/27/25
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H2635 establishes an independent correctional oversight office to address structural racism in correctional facilities.

Massachusetts H2635 creates an independent correctional oversight office to implement recommendations from the Special Legislative Commission on Structural Racism in Correctional Facilities. The office, named the anti-racism corrections inspector general, will be responsible for reviewing correctional operations, investigating grievances, and ensuring compliance with anti-racism standards. The inspector general will have the authority to access records, conduct investigations, and make recommendations to dismantle structural racism.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Jun 26, 2025

1:00 PM

Joint Committee on Public Safety and Homeland Security Hearing

History

Mar 19

House

Accompanied a study order, see H5254 (under House Rule 27)

Jun 20, 2025

Joint

Hearing scheduled for 06/26/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2

Jun 20, 2025

House

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