The proposed bill establishes a pilot program aimed at creating a healthier environment for correctional officers, department of corrections staff, and incarcerated individuals in Washington state. Recognizing the negative physical and mental health impacts of incarceration, the legislature seeks to improve working conditions and promote a supportive atmosphere that aids in the successful reentry of individuals into their communities. The program is designed to address various issues, including reducing recidivism, improving health outcomes, enhancing security, and fostering better communication between staff and incarcerated individuals.

The bill mandates the establishment of a four-year pilot program at the Washington state penitentiary east complex, which includes training correctional officers in dynamic security tactics and appointing contact officers as mentors for incarcerated individuals. The program aims to create a work environment that mirrors community life, with improvements such as staff decompression rooms and community-like activities. Additionally, the department is required to report annually on the program's participation, behavioral patterns, and recidivism outcomes, with the section set to expire on June 30, 2030.