Establishes a correctional inspector general office to oversee Massachusetts correctional facilities.

The bill establishes an office of the corrections inspector general to oversee correctional facilities in Massachusetts. The inspector general will monitor compliance with laws and regulations, conduct investigations, and report findings publicly. The office will have access to facilities, records, and incarcerated persons. It will also establish a division of the corrections ombuds to handle individual complaints. The inspector general will submit annual and interim reports to the governor and relevant committees.

Establishes a correctional inspector general office to oversee Massachusetts correctional facilities.

The bill establishes an office of the corrections inspector general to oversee correctional facilities in Massachusetts. The inspector general will monitor compliance with laws and regulations, conduct investigations, and report findings publicly. The office will have access to facilities, records, and incarcerated persons. It will also establish a division of the corrections ombuds to handle individual complaints. The inspector general will submit annual and interim reports to the governor and relevant committees.