A communication from the Department of Correction (see Section 6A of Chapter 124 of the General Laws) submitting the Massachusetts Sheriffs’ Association Operational Capacity report for January 1, 2024-June 30, 2024

This bill directs the Department of Correction to submit a report detailing the operational capacity of Massachusetts sheriff facilities for the first half of 2024. The document provides a breakdown of available and occupied housing units, including specific data on bed counts, prisoner populations by gender and status, and facility conditions across various counties. By placing this report on file, the legislation ensures that the state maintains a record of current jail and prison space utilization without altering any existing laws or policies.