Multiple public commenters urged the committee to delay the expansion, use existing funds to repair the current jail, press Oklahoma City for a larger share of operations, and warned a larger facility would increase incarceration and disproportionately impact marginalized communities.

Legislature expands early childhood court program to utilize federal funding for more families.

Governor to make initial appointments to the board by August 1, 2025.

Commission identifies four forms of structural racism in Massachusetts corrections impacting BIPOC individuals

House bill aims to enhance accessibility to parole for all individuals

Advocates call for reform to address racism and sexism in California's child care system.

Legislature mandates new curriculum to improve child welfare reporting practices and reduce bias

Members raised provider concerns that separated rate approvals produced uneven results across Enhanced Residential Care tiers; DALE reported corrective review steps and that a 1% increase for case management would cost about $70,004.52 (gross).

Committee debates bill to create alternative licensure options while addressing test bias issues.

Council clarifies terminology related to children's court and foster care policies

Children's Court establishes definitions for custodians and guardians in child welfare cases

House Bill 2179 prohibits fines and fees for juveniles and guardians under Kansas law.