Enhances transparency and accountability in Massachusetts correctional facilities by increasing access for news media representatives and requiring.
This bill aims to improve transparency and accountability in Massachusetts correctional facilities by expanding the rights of news media representatives. It mandates the collection and publication of data on use of force incidents, including the number of incidents, investigations, and outcomes. News media representatives are granted rights to unimpeded, confidential, in-person visitation and video conferencing, as well as unmonitored telephone communication with incarcerated individuals.
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