H4125

To improve food safety and quality in Department of Correction facilities

Introduced·5/12/25
Introduced Text

Establishes a food services inspector's office to improve food safety and quality in Massachusetts Department of Correction facilities.

The bill establishes a food services inspector's office within the Division of State Audits of the state auditor to improve food safety and quality in Massachusetts Department of Correction facilities. The inspector will investigate the use of funds from the inmate food account, assure exclusive use for prisoner nutrition, and investigate the quality and nutritional value of the food. The inspector will also investigate grievances and complaints, conduct comprehensive reviews, and identify systemic problems and solutions.

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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