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AZ HB2440
Bill
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Selina Bliss
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AI Summary
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Allows the Arizona Department of Corrections to grant a one-time extension of up to 90 additional days for eligible inmates to continue receiving transition services, bringing the potential total to 180 days.
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The extension requires the contracted service provider to evaluate the inmate using an empirically validated, peer-reviewed instrument to assess recidivism risk and identify primary criminogenic factors.
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The contracted entity must submit an updated individualized service plan to the department before an extension can be granted.
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The extension is only available when the department determines an inmate needs additional treatment or intervention to adequately address their specific criminogenic needs.
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Makes minor technical wording changes, replacing "up to" with "not more than" when describing the initial 90-day transition period.
Legislative Description
Prisoners; transition program
Prisoners
Last Action
Senate read second time
3/10/2026