The bill amends Massachusetts General Laws, specifically Chapter 126, Section 40, to enhance the reporting requirements for sheriffs regarding jail and house of correction populations. It introduces a new section titled "Overview of Quarterly Population Report for the Individual Massachusetts Sheriffs' Offices," which mandates sheriffs to compile and submit quarterly reports detailing various data points for each individual committed to their facilities, including probation central file numbers, state identification numbers, race and ethnicity, and offense-based tracking numbers. These reports must be submitted to key public safety officials without any identifying information about individual inmates. Additionally, the bill clarifies definitions of critical data points and notes that certain data, such as case disposition and bail amounts, are managed by the Trial Court rather than the Sheriffs' Offices.

Furthermore, the bill proposes amendments to improve the management and reporting of inmate admissions and releases, specifically requiring accurate documentation of inmates' race and ethnicity. It removes outdated provisions that may have previously hindered the tracking of inmate demographics, thereby enhancing transparency and accountability within the correctional system. The bill also introduces new provisions aimed at enhancing educational and rehabilitative opportunities for inmates, including job readiness and mental health support programs, while establishing specific reporting requirements to analyze participation and outcomes. Overall, the bill seeks to create a more supportive correctional environment that prioritizes rehabilitation and reduces recidivism rates.