AR SB461

Department of Corrections, Division of Youth Services, and all local/regional detention facilities must submit quarterly reports to the Legislative Council on segregation (solitary confinement) use

"Segregation" defined as detention involving removal from general population, restricted programs/services, prohibited interaction with others, or confinement in a locked room/cell for 17+ hours in a 24-hour period

Reports must include demographic data (race, gender, age) and breakdowns for vulnerable populations including those with serious mental illness, disabilities, pregnancy, and those in protective custody

Reports must track suicides, attempted suicides, self-harm incidents, and deaths in segregation, as well as duration of segregation stays ranging from less than 1 day to 6+ years

Initial report due by October 1, 2025, with detailed tracking of disciplinary infractions leading to segregation including violence, contraband possession, failure to obey orders, and other violations