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HB1734Introduced in the House

"Captain Justin James Whipps Correctional Safety and Wellness Act"; create.

Failed

Introduced by Christopher Bell, District 65

What does this bill do?

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Official description

An Act To Create The Captain Justin James Whipps Correctional Safety And Wellness Act; To Require Mandatory Weapons Screening Of Employees And Employee Vehicles At State And Private Correctional Facilities; To Require Mental Health, Wellness, And Leadership Development Training For Correctional Officers And Supervisory Staff; To Reduce Workplace Violence And Conflicts Among Correctional Employees; To Provide Enforcement Mechanisms And Reporting Requirements; And For Related Purposes.

Where it stands

Died In Committee

February 3, 2026

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Bill history

  1. Referred To Corrections

  2. Died In Committee

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