Connecticut 2020 Regular Session

Connecticut House Bill HB05509

Introduced

3/11/20

Refer

3/11/20

Caption

An Act Concerning Public Safety Committees In Municipalities Where A Correctional Facility Is Located And The Protection Of Personal Data Relating To An Employee Of The Department Of Correction.

Impact

In addition to revisiting the structure of safety committees, HB05509 emphasizes the protection of personal data relating to employees of the Department of Correction. The bill delineates strict parameters around personal data management, proposing revisions in the definitions and scope of personal data systems, thereby ensuring that sensitive information about employees is properly safeguarded. The intended effect of this change is both to enhance data security for those working within correctional facilities and to update older statutes to align with contemporary data protection standards.

Summary

House Bill 05509 seeks to address public safety management in municipalities housing correctional facilities by establishing clear guidelines regarding the formation and operation of public safety committees. The bill stipulates that each municipality with a correctional facility may set up such a committee, which should include the warden or a designated representative and the chief elected official’s appointees. Importantly, the law mandates that these committees meet at least annually to discuss pressing safety and reentry issues concerning offenders. This initiative reflects a commitment to enhance local oversight and collaboration on safety matters where correctional institutions are situated.

Contention

While HB05509 seems to be a proactive move toward improving community safety and protecting personnel data, potential contentions may arise regarding the practicality of its implementation. Opponents might argue about the adequacy of resources allocated for these committees to function effectively or express concerns regarding the confidentiality measures proposed, questioning if they are indeed robust enough to prevent data leaks. Furthermore, debates may emerge about the balance of power between local authorities and state mandates in managing public safety effectively. These points of contention could influence the bill’s reception and future amendments during legislative discussions.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

CT SB00362

An Act Concerning Fines For Certain Disciplinary Actions In Correctional Facilities And The Deposit Of Such Fines Into A Fund For The Benefit Of All Persons Who Are Incarcerated.

CT SB00350

An Act Concerning The Use Of Body Scanning Machines In The Public Entrance Areas Of Correctional Facilities.

CT SB00212

An Act Concerning The Revisor's Technical Corrections To The General Statutes.

CT HB05429

An Act Concerning The Commissary Implementation Plan For Youth In Department Of Correction Facilities.

CT HB05328

An Act Concerning Automated Traffic Safety Enforcement In Work Zones And Municipalities.

CT SB00400

An Act Concerning The Insurance Department's Technical Corrections And Other Revisions To The Insurance Statutes.

CT SB00001

An Act Concerning The Health And Safety Of Connecticut Residents.

CT HB05127

An Act Requiring A Needs Assessment For The Delivery Of Postsecondary Education Programs In Correctional Facilities.

CT HB05236

An Act Concerning Recommendations By The Department Of Consumer Protection.

CT HB05503

An Act Concerning Insurance Market Conduct And Insurance Licensing, The Insurance Department's Technical Corrections And Other Revisions To The Insurance Statutes And Captive Insurance.

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