Requires legislative approval for the closure of correctional facilities and institutions
This bill requires the state Department of Corrections to notify the legislature at least 365 days before closing any correctional facility or institution, including providing justification for the closure. The legislature can request additional information and must approve any closure it deems unjustified by a majority vote in both chambers. It directly affects state correctional facilities and the legislative process for facility closures. The law aims to ensure transparency and legislative oversight before any facility closure takes effect.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Jan 21, 2026
Last action Jan 21, 2026
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Jan 21, 2026
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REFERRED TO CORRECTION
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Michael Cashman
DDemocratic
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