The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 5068, seeks to amend section 18-96b of the general statutes by eliminating the requirement that persons who are incarcerated be given four hours of out-of-cell time daily. This change is intended to enhance the safety of corrections officers by potentially reducing the risks associated with managing inmates during their out-of-cell time.
The bill is introduced by Representative Veach from the 30th District and has been referred to the Judiciary Committee for further consideration. The primary goal of this legislation is to create a safer working environment for corrections personnel by modifying the current mandated out-of-cell time for incarcerated individuals.