ND SB2352

Authorizes children 18 months of age or younger to reside with their incarcerated mothers at the Heart River correctional center in North Dakota

Requires the Department of Corrections to employ personnel and establish policies and procedures to implement the program

Mandates policies address residential safety of the child, duration of residence within the facility, and treatment or other penological interests

Passed the Senate 28-18 and the House 48-42, awaiting gubernatorial action