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 cells for incarcerated individuals are better understood and protected, thereby potentially improving their overall conditions while in custody. The bill does not include any deletions from current law but focuses on the insertion of the broader definition of "out of cell" time.