SB 355: Support the Dept. of Adult Correction.-AB
SB 355 status: Introduced — Ch. SL 2026-44 (updated Jul 8, 2026).
What this bill does
Overall score
Bill summary
OfficialThe State Senate is currently deciding on a bill that provides support for the state’s prison and parole department.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct environmental impact identified in summary
Risks
- Potential environmental impacts of new state building construction not detailed
Economy
Benefits
- Possible boost to construction and public sector employment
- Increased financial aid and educational opportunities
Risks
- Potential increase in long-term state fiscal obligations
- Economic cost of prison system expansion
Society
Benefits
- Improved support for correctional staff and infrastructure
- Educational benefits for specific populations
Risks
- Potential for expanded surveillance and monitoring
- Uncertain impacts on sentencing and parole outcomes
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Lack of detailed text prevents identifying potentially controversial policy riders
Analysis based solely on abstract; full legislative text not reviewed
Where it stands
Introduced
CurrentCh. SL 2026-44
Committee
UpcomingFloor
UpcomingGovernor
UpcomingEnacted
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