Building Ban: Jail Construction

What is happening? Massachusetts Senate passed S2030 (2022 | MA) that creates a 5 year moratorium on building new jails. The bill was added to a government infrastructure bill.

Why is this important? Supporters say it is fiscally beneficial, and supports alternative rehabilitation programs.

How will this be important? The state has a goal of not incarcerating nonviolent offenders.

Governing | Massachusetts Senate Passes Ban on Building Prisons, Jails