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Explanation of proposed bills: Notifications, visitor programs, and housing standards
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Council Member Nurse outlines several bills focused on improving notification procedures, establishing visitor programs, and refining housing standards for incarcerated individuals.
- Intro 412: Ensures notification of emergency contacts and attorneys for suicide attempts, hospitalizations, or serious injuries
- Intro 420: Establishes a comprehensive program for child visitors at DOC facilities
- Intro 423: Enhances investigation and notification procedures following deaths in custody
- Intro 625: Refines standards for gender-aligned housing and creates an appeals process
- Intro 735A: Requires reporting on sexual assault and harassment of correctional staff
- Intro 1023: Requires DOC to establish an online scheduling system for visits