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FL S0126

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/23/2010

Primary Sponsor

Larcenia Bullard

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds minimum service requirements at designated visiting areas in private correctional facilities for approved visitors
  • Contractors must provide information regarding visiting regulations, dress codes for visitors, and visiting procedures
  • Contractors must provide a sheltered area outside the security perimeter where visitors may wait before and after visiting inmates
  • Contractors must provide food services, including nutritious foods acceptable for children and youth visitors
  • Contractors must provide minimal equipment and supplies to assist staff and visitors in managing time and meeting the needs of children and youth visitors
  • Requirements apply to contracts entered into, extended, or readopted on or after July 1, 2011, and to all contracts on or after July 1, 2012
  • Effective date: July 1, 2011

Legislative Description

Private Correctional Facilities

Last Action

Indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration

5/7/2011

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice11/29/2010

Full Bill Text

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