MS HB308

Prohibits the Commissioner of Corrections from housing offenders in private correctional facilities unless at least 10% of eligible incarcerated offenders participate in joint state-county work programs agreed upon by the Department of Corrections.

Applies the 10% work program requirement across all private correctional facility contracts, including those in Leflore County, Tallahatchie County, Wilkinson County, and Walnut Grove.

Adds the work program restriction to Section 47-4-11, allowing the commissioner to amend or renew private facility housing agreements only subject to the new 10% participation mandate.

Ensures the requirement is incorporated into existing contract regulations (Sections 47-5-1211 through 47-5-1227) that govern private correctional facility operations and cost savings standards.

Takes effect upon passage.