Florida 2022 Regular Session

Florida House Bill H5401

Introduced
2/4/22  
Refer
2/4/22  
Engrossed
2/17/22  
Refer
2/17/22  
Engrossed
2/17/22  

Caption

State-Operated Institutions Inmate Welfare Trust Fund

Impact

The bill outlines specific permissible uses for the trust fund, which includes provisions for literacy programs, vocational training, substance abuse treatment, and environmental health upgrades to facilities. By allowing a broader scope of fund utilization, the bill seeks to improve the overall conditions and opportunities available to inmates, aligning with contemporary rehabilitative approaches in corrections. Notably, the inclusion of environmental health upgrades serves to address physical conditions within correctional institutions, which may have previously been overlooked.

Summary

House Bill 5401 relates to the State-Operated Institutions Inmate Welfare Trust Fund and aims to enhance support for various inmate welfare programs within Florida's correctional facilities. One of the significant changes proposed by this bill is the increase in the annual maximum amount that can be deposited into the trust fund, raising it from $2.5 million to $7.5 million. This increase in funding is intended to facilitate expanded services for inmates, thereby promoting their rehabilitation and reintegration into society after incarceration.

Contention

While the proposed amendments are largely viewed as beneficial by proponents who advocate for improved inmate welfare and rehabilitation, potential areas of contention could arise regarding the allocation and effectiveness of the increased funds. Questions may be raised about how closely these funds will be monitored to ensure they are spent appropriately on the intended programs. Additionally, some stakeholders may voice concerns regarding the balance between funding for inmate welfare versus the overarching costs involved in managing correctional facilities.

Companion Bills

FL S0636

Similar To State-Operated Institutions Inmate Welfare Trust Fund

FL H0433

Similar To State-operated Institutions Inmate Welfare Trust Fund

FL S2500

Similar To Appropriations

FL H5001

Similar To General Appropriations Act

Previously Filed As

FL H0083

Trust Funds/Re-creation/State-Operated Institutions Inmate Welfare Trust Fund/DOC

FL H1319

Trust Funds/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Relocation and Reconstruction Trust Fund

FL H1301

Child Welfare

FL H0193

Child Welfare

FL H0959

Health Care for Inmates

FL H5201

Trust Funds/Federal Law Enforcement Trust Fund/FGCC

FL H1127

Child Welfare

FL S0520

State-Operated Institutions Inmate Welfare Trust Fund

FL H1061

Community-based Child Welfare Agencies

FL H1605

Trust Funds/Comprehensive Health Care for Residents

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.