SB2381Introduced in the Senate
Relating To Corrections.
Introduced by Carol Fukunaga, District 11
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Extends the effective date of restrictions on the use of restrictive housing in correctional facilities to 7/1/2027. Extends the establishment of the Restrictive Housing Legislative Working Group to 8/1/2026. Extends the date that the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation may implement recommendations of the working group to 12/1/2028. Amends procedures for restrictive housing. Amends circumstances under which restrictive housing may be used. Repeals requirements for the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to post quarterly reports on the Department's website, update its policy and procedures manual in compliance with the restrictive housing restrictions, and report to the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission. Repeals requirements for the Hawaii Correctional System Oversight Commission to review and monitor housing placements. Repeals the requirement that the Restrictive Housing Working Group make recommendations to the Legislature by 1/1/2027.
Where it stands
Referred to PSM, JDC/WAM.
January 28, 2026
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Bill history
Pending Introduction.
Introduced and passed First Reading.
Referred to PSM, JDC/WAM.
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