The bill mandates that the Department of Corrections must take into account an inmate's family attachments when making decisions regarding out-of-state placements. This consideration aims to help maintain the inmate's connections with their family, which can be crucial for their rehabilitation and reintegration into society.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 53-30-106 of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA) to include a new provision that allows the department to enter into contracts with public or private corporations for the confinement of selected inmates, provided that suitable programs are established and that these actions comply with the new requirement to consider family attachments. This amendment is intended to enhance the flexibility of the department in managing inmate populations while ensuring that family connections are prioritized.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 53-30-106
HB0707_1(1): 53-30-106
HB0707_1(2): 53-30-106
HB0707_1(3): 53-30-106
HB0707_1(4): 53-30-106
HB0707_1(5): 53-30-106
HB0707_1(6): 53-30-106
HB0707_1: 53-30-106
HB0707_X(1): 53-30-106
HB0707_X(10): 53-30-106
HB0707_X(2): 53-30-106
HB0707_X(3): 53-30-106
HB0707_X(4): 53-30-106
HB0707_X(5): 53-30-106
HB0707_X(6): 53-30-106
HB0707_X(7): 53-30-106
HB0707_X(8): 53-30-106
HB0707_X(9): 53-30-106
HB0707_X: 53-30-106