• Date Due: November 15, 2025
  • Author: Office of the Department of Corrections Ombudsman
  • Enabling Authority: Appropriation Act - Item 56 G.2. (Regular Session, 2025)
  • Description:
    Report on the activities of the Office of the Department of Corrections Ombudsman and an initial short- and long-term strategic plan that (i) is informed by visits to Department of Corrections facilities, at least two public meetings, consultation with stakeholders, and reviewing best practices in other states; (ii) includes procedures for coordination with existing employees at the Office of the State Inspector General and the Department of Corrections, in collaboration with those employees and with the goal of complimenting existing efforts; and (iii) includes potential options and recommendations for legislation and budget actions that would support its short- and long-term goals.