The bill amends Massachusetts General Laws, specifically Chapter 126, Section 40, to enhance the reporting requirements for jails and houses of correction. It introduces a new section that 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 and committees while ensuring that no identifying information about individual inmates is included. Additionally, the bill clarifies definitions of critical data points and notes that certain required data, such as case disposition and bail amounts, are managed by the Trial Court rather than the Sheriffs' Offices.

Furthermore, the bill outlines the admission and release processes for individuals in custody in Barnstable, specifying their race and ethnicity, legal status, and the duration of their sentences. It emphasizes the collection and reporting of demographic data to address potential disparities in treatment based on race and ethnicity, aiming to promote fairness and accountability in the judicial process. The bill also highlights the importance of rehabilitation programs within the correctional system, detailing participation in educational and therapeutic initiatives designed to support inmates' reintegration into society. Overall, the amendments reflect a commitment to reforming the justice system in Barnstable by enhancing transparency and reducing biases.