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Minutes for HB2337 - Committee on Corrections and Juvenile Justice
Short Title
Making changes to the community corrections advisory boards and grant programs.
Minutes Content for Wed, Mar 13, 2019
Natalie Scott gave an overview of HB2337.
Representative French had a question for the revisor.
Hope Cooper testified in support of HB2337 on behalf of Kansas Department of Corrections (KDOC). Ms. Cooper stated the department believes the addition of a community mental health center director or service provider would be an important addition to Community Corrections Advisory Boards. Addressing the mental health and substance abuse issues of offenders are significant aspects in the successful reintegration of offenders under community corrections supervision. (Attachment 1)
Representatives Smith, Carmichael, Weigel, Delperdang, and Jennings had questions and comments.
Dr. Stuart Little testified in support of HB2337 on behalf of Kansas Community Corrections Association. Dr. Little stated the bill shifts the KDOC funding formula for adult community corrections in your communities to a structured and scientifically based formula that accounts for the latest and evolving best practices to guide how the State should wisely invest tax dollars. (Attachment 2)
Representative French requested a list of Community Corrections Advisory Boards. KDOC sent an email with the three attachments. (Attachment 3) (Attachment 4) (Attachment 5)
Nicholas Reinecker testified in opposition of HB2337. (Attachment 6)
Chairperson Jennings called for final questions from the Committee and then closed the hearing.
Chairperson Jennings adjourned the meeting.
