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FL S1710
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/9/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carlos Smith
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AI Summary
- Creates the Office of the Department of Corrections Ombudsperson within the Florida Department of Corrections, directed by an Ombudsperson selected by a 12-member Corrections Oversight Committee for a 6-year term
- Requires the office to inspect each department facility at least once every 3 years, with maximum security facilities and problem facilities inspected annually, and all initial facility inspections completed by July 1, 2029
- Establishes a three-tier safety and compliance classification system for facilities, with Tier 1 (most serious violations) requiring reinspection within 12 months and Tier 3 within 36 months
- Grants the office authority to investigate complaints regarding abuse, neglect, conditions of confinement, and policy violations, with subpoena power over department records, employees, and contractors
- Appropriates funding effective July 1, 2026, with the substantive provisions taking effect January 1, 2027, and requires annual public reports to the Governor, Legislature, and Attorney General
Legislative Description
Office of the Department of Corrections Ombudsperson
Last Action
Introduced
1/22/2026
Full Bill Text
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