This bill aims to enhance the cultural programming for American Indian incarcerated individuals within Minnesota's correctional facilities. It mandates the commissioner of corrections to develop a policy that provides various cultural programming services, including improved understanding of American Indian culture for Department of Corrections staff, partnerships with Tribal Nations, and support for the rehabilitation and reentry of American Indian individuals. The bill also modifies the language used in the existing law, replacing terms like "inmates" with "incarcerated individuals" to promote a more respectful and inclusive approach.

Additionally, the bill clarifies reporting requirements related to community supervision, including the establishment of a Community Supervision Advisory Committee to develop standards for probation and community supervision. It also exempts federal law enforcement agents from the definition of protective agents and repeals obsolete civil commitment laws concerning incarcerated individuals with mental illness. The bill includes specific amendments to various sections of the Minnesota Statutes, such as updating reporting timelines and data collection methods, and it repeals sections that are no longer relevant to current practices.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 326.338, 401.10, 401.17
1st Engrossment: 241.80, 326.338, 401.10, 401.17