The bill enhances the reporting requirements for Massachusetts Sheriffs' Offices concerning the population of jails and houses of correction. It mandates that sheriffs collect and report specific data for each individual committed, including probation central file numbers, state identification numbers, race and ethnicity, offense-based tracking numbers, and details related to admission and release. Additionally, aggregate data must be compiled into a quarterly report submitted to state officials, ensuring that no identifying information about individual inmates is included. The bill also introduces new definitions for key data points such as the Probation Central File (PCF) Number, State Identification Number (SID), and Offense-Based Tracking Number (OBTN), while noting the limitations of the Sheriffs' Offices in reporting certain data points, which are maintained by the Trial Court.

Furthermore, the bill proposes amendments to existing legislation regarding inmate programming and rehabilitation services within correctional facilities. It introduces provisions aimed at improving the quality and accessibility of educational and vocational programs tailored to the diverse needs of inmates. The bill emphasizes the importance of personal development and skill acquisition for inmates to facilitate their reintegration into society. It also outlines specific requirements for reporting and accountability related to these programs, mandating regular assessments of program effectiveness and participant outcomes to create a more transparent and data-driven approach to inmate rehabilitation.