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FL S1702

Bill

Status

Failed

3/8/2024

Primary Sponsor

Bobby Powell

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Origin

Senate

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates s. 944.092, F.S., establishing basic rights for Florida inmates including proper ventilation (air conditioning or air-cooling systems in all housing units), a minimum of 20 minutes to eat each meal, and access to necessary health supplies such as sanitary napkins, soap, and toothpaste
  • Requires each correctional institution to establish partnerships with nearby community food banks to ensure adequate food supply for inmates during natural disasters or other emergencies
  • Mandates the Department of Corrections provide personal protective equipment to medical staff at all times and to all staff and inmates during health crises or cleaning activities
  • Requires a written copy of these inmate rights be provided to each inmate upon entry into the correctional system and authorizes inmates to file grievances if any guaranteed right is denied
  • Expands the definition of "permanently incapacitated inmate" for conditional medical release eligibility to include inmates with a physical disability, impairment, or handicap that renders them no danger to themselves or others, effective July 1, 2024

Legislative Description

Treatment of Inmates

Last Action

Died in Criminal Justice

3/8/2024

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