An Act relative to prison mitigation

This bill establishes a new Prison Mitigation Fund specifically for cities and towns that host Department of Correction facilities. The fund will be financed through state appropriations, investment earnings, and other designated sources, with any leftover money staying in the fund rather than returning to the general state budget. Each year, the state will distribute at least $2.5 million to these municipalities based on a formula that allocates money proportionally according to the number of prisoners housed in each location. The Department of Correction is responsible for managing the fund and ensuring these payments are made to the affected communities.