Correctional Facility Disaster Preparedness Act of 2024

S 4156, the Correctional Facility Disaster Preparedness Act of 2024, requires the Bureau of Prisons to submit annual reports after major disasters affecting federal prisons or contracted facilities. These reports must detail impacts on inmates and staff - including injuries, access to medical care, food, water, and visitation - and include corrective action plans, timelines, and legislative recommendations. The bill also amends the National Institute of Corrections to add specific expertise requirements to its board (e.g., emergency response coordinators, public health experts) and mandates public hearings on improving disaster planning. It directly affects federal correctional facilities, their inmates, staff, and the Bureau of Prisons’ emergency protocols. The law focuses on transparency and concrete policy improvements for disaster response in correctional settings.