The bill amends Chapter 125 of the General Laws by adding a new section that restricts the transfer of inmates or prisoners from correctional facilities outside of the Commonwealth for labor purposes. Specifically, it prohibits any administrator or superintendent from transferring inmates for labor outside the Commonwealth, unless the Governor declares an emergency in another state or territory that necessitates such a transfer, and the inmate or prisoner consents in writing.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that this restriction does not prevent the transfer of inmates for non-labor purposes as outlined in Chapter 125. This legislative change aims to limit the use of prison labor across state lines while allowing for exceptions in emergency situations.