Senate Bill 2170, also known as House Bill 2203, amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding the reporting requirements for prisoners in work release programs. The bill specifically deletes the existing language in Section 41-2-138 and replaces it with new provisions that mandate the warden of the workhouse to file a monthly report with the sentencing judge. This report must be submitted by the fifteenth day of the month following the reporting period and should detail the conduct and financial achievements of each prisoner participating in the work release program.

The bill emphasizes accountability and oversight by ensuring that judges receive regular updates on the progress of prisoners under their jurisdiction. This change aims to enhance the monitoring of work release participants and potentially improve rehabilitation outcomes. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, reflecting the urgency of its implementation for public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 41-2-138