This bill establishes a new law that grants elected state officials the right to access facilities operated by the Department of Corrections without prior notification, effective November 1, 2025. It mandates the Department of Corrections to implement necessary security protocols to manage these visits while ensuring the safety and security of the facilities, inmates, correctional officers, and Department employees.

The bill aims to enhance transparency and oversight of correctional facilities by allowing elected officials to conduct unannounced visits. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining security during these visits, thereby balancing access with the need for safety within the correctional system.