MS SB2555

Creates the Mississippi Reentry Council to develop strategies for helping former inmates return to society, reduce recidivism rates, increase public safety, and lower prison-related costs

Establishes a nine-member steering committee including representatives from the U.S. Attorney's Office (Southern District), Mississippi Department of Corrections, Attorney General, Mississippi Baptist Christian Action Commission, federal probation, federal and state courts, Department of Mental Health, and Division of Medicaid

Steering committee duties include developing a statewide reentry approach, recommending evidence-based resources for inmates, reviewing relevant studies, appointing subcommittees, and studying proposed legislation addressing recidivism

Requires the committee to submit recommendations to the Legislature, Governor, and Mississippi Supreme Court, with input from government entities, businesses, and nonprofit organizations

Committee members receive per diem payments and travel expense reimbursement; effective date July 1, 2015 with repeal date of June 30, 2015 (note: appears to be a drafting error as the repeal date precedes the effective date)