Minnesota SF1627 revises cultural programming services for American Indian inmates in state correctional facilities and community-based programs.

Minnesota SF1627 amends the American Indian cultural program by requiring the commissioner of corrections to develop a policy for cultural programming services. These services aim to teach American Indian inmates about their history, cultural sensitivity, and spiritual practices, and to improve their reentry into the community. The policy may include cultural differences between American Indians and other ethnic groups. The commissioner can contract with American Indian private, nonprofit organizations to provide these services within available funds.

Minnesota SF1627 revises cultural programming services for American Indian inmates in state correctional facilities and community-based programs.

Minnesota SF1627 amends the American Indian cultural program by requiring the commissioner of corrections to develop a policy for cultural programming services. These services aim to teach American Indian inmates about their history, cultural sensitivity, and spiritual practices, and to improve their reentry into the community. The policy may include cultural differences between American Indians and other ethnic groups. The commissioner can contract with American Indian private, nonprofit organizations to provide these services within available funds.