The proposed bill seeks to significantly restructure Nebraska's correctional services by eliminating the Division of Parole Supervision and transferring its responsibilities to the Department of Correctional Services. Key changes include the removal of references to the Division and its Director, replacing them with the Department and its Director throughout various sections of the law. The bill also repeals outdated provisions and emphasizes the importance of community supervision, requiring the Department to conduct risk assessments and develop comprehensive reentry plans for offenders. Additionally, it establishes the Reentry Continuity Advisory Board to enhance collaboration among criminal justice entities and improve reentry services.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a pilot program based on a therapeutic community model for parolees, with the Department now responsible for candidate suitability. It allows for expedited parole considerations when the inmate population exceeds 140% of operational capacity, focusing on rehabilitation potential rather than previous criteria related to institutional discipline. The legislation aims to streamline the correctional system, enhance parole supervision, and improve outcomes for offenders while addressing issues of overcrowding in correctional facilities. Overall, the bill reflects a comprehensive approach to reforming Nebraska's correctional framework and supporting the successful reintegration of offenders into society.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 28-322, 29-2246, 29-2252, 29-2261, 29-2935, 29-4019, 47-624, 47-624.01, 47-627, 47-629, 47-903, 47-908, 47-919, 47-1102, 47-1103, 47-1104, 47-1105, 47-1106, 47-1107, 47-1108, 47-1109, 47-1110, 47-1111, 47-1113, 47-1114, 47-1115, 47-1116, 47-1117, 47-1119, 71-961, 71-3426, 71-3430, 81-1401, 83-170, 83-171, 83-171.01, 83-173, 83-174.03, 83-174.04, 83-174.05, 83-192, 83-962