The proposed legislation, General Assembly Raised Bill No. 507, aims to amend the existing statute regarding the Correction Advisory Committee by updating its membership structure. The bill repeals the current language in subsection (a) of section 18-81jj and replaces it with a new framework for appointing committee members. The revised structure specifies that the committee will consist of eleven members, with appointments made by various legislative leaders and the Governor, ensuring representation from individuals directly impacted by incarceration, legal experts, advocates for incarcerated persons, and professionals in mental and medical health care.

Key changes include the removal of the phrase "Such members" and the addition of "who" to clarify the qualifications of the appointees. The bill also specifies that one member must be a victim of a violent crime or an advocate for victims' rights, appointed by the House ranking member of the relevant committee. Additionally, the Governor will appoint three members with specific expertise in corrections and medication in a correctional setting, as well as one directly impacted individual. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2026.