HR476 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mike Holmes

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

State's Corrections Program, Governor Kay Ivey urged to request evaluation of by the National Institute of Corrections

Summary

This House resolution asks the Governor to seek an evaluation of Alabama's corrections program by the National Institute of Corrections to identify reforms addressing major prison issues.

What This Bill Does

The resolution asks Governor Kay Ivey to request an evaluation and analysis of Alabama's corrections program from the National Institute of Corrections (or a comparable agency). The goal is to identify reforms to address problems such as prison overcrowding, outdated facilities, and violence, as well as issues with inmate health, mental health, substance abuse, education services, and staffing. The results would help the Legislature craft meaningful legislation to improve how corrections are run in the state.

Who It Affects

• Governor Kay Ivey - would be urged to request an evaluation of Alabama's corrections program from NIC.
• Alabama Department of Corrections - would be the subject of the NIC evaluation to identify reforms and potential changes to the corrections system.

Key Provisions

• Identify prison overcrowding issues.
• Assess outdated and insufficient prison facilities.
• Evaluate violence in prisons.
• Evaluate criminal activity within prisons and use of local resources for investigations.
• Assess extortion and victimization related to inmates.
• Evaluate inmate mental health, health care, substance abuse/addiction, and education services.
• Address staffing and employee recruiting issues.
• Evaluate hiring practices and qualifications for management staff.
• Identify any other deficits in the delivery of corrections services in Alabama.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative