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COVID-19 in Corrections Data Transparency Act

This act aims to increase transparency of COVID-19 data in federal, state, and local correctional facilities. It requires reporting information on testing, results, hospitalizations, deaths, and vaccinations among incarcerated persons and staff.
Key points
Increased COVID-19 data availability: Information on tests, results, hospitalizations, deaths, and vaccinations in prisons will be publicly accessible.
Mandatory reporting: The Bureau of Prisons, the United States Marshals Service, and state and local correctional facilities must regularly submit data to the CDC and publish it on their websites.
Consequences for non-compliance: States failing to comply may face a 10% reduction in specific federal grant funding (Byrne grant).
Privacy protection: Collected data must be de-identified to protect individual identities and used for public health purposes.
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Print number: 117_S_324
Sponsor: Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA]
Process start date: 2021-02-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

COVID–19 in Corrections Data Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_324.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased COVID-19 data availability: Information on tests, results, hospitalizations, deaths, and vaccinations in prisons will be publicly accessible.
  • Mandatory reporting: The Bureau of Prisons, the United States Marshals Service, and state and local correctional facilities must regularly submit data to the CDC and publish it on their websites.
  • Consequences for non-compliance: States failing to comply may face a 10% reduction in specific federal grant funding (Byrne grant).
  • Privacy protection: Collected data must be de-identified to protect individual identities and used for public health purposes.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Warren, Elizabeth [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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