The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 198, seeks to amend section 18-96b of the general statutes to provide a clearer definition of "out of cell" time for incarcerated individuals. The bill specifies that "out of cell" time encompasses any duration that a person is outside of their cell, rather than being limited solely to recreational activities.

This legislative change aims to ensure that the rights and time spent outside of confinement for incarcerated individuals are more comprehensively understood and protected. By broadening the definition, the bill intends to enhance the overall conditions of incarceration and promote a more humane treatment of individuals in the correctional system.