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New Federal Prison Oversight: Inspections and Ombudsman for Incarcerated Persons.

This act establishes a system of regular inspections for federal prisons to improve conditions for incarcerated individuals and staff. It also creates an Ombudsman position to receive complaints and intervene on issues related to the health, safety, and rights of incarcerated persons and staff. The goal is to increase transparency and accountability in prison management.
Key points
Mandatory, regular inspections of federal prisons, which can be announced or unannounced, assessing conditions, medical care, and safety.
Creation of an independent Ombudsman for incarcerated persons, allowing inmates, their families, and staff to file complaints about abuse, neglect, or prison conditions.
Ensuring confidential communication between incarcerated individuals and the Ombudsman/Inspector General, with protection against retaliation for reporting issues.
Facilitating complaint submission for families and friends of incarcerated persons through a dedicated hotline and online form, enhancing their ability to monitor prison conditions.
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Print number: 117_S_4988
Sponsor: Sen. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA]
Process start date: 2022-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Federal Prison Oversight Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4988.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory, regular inspections of federal prisons, which can be announced or unannounced, assessing conditions, medical care, and safety.
  • Creation of an independent Ombudsman for incarcerated persons, allowing inmates, their families, and staff to file complaints about abuse, neglect, or prison conditions.
  • Ensuring confidential communication between incarcerated individuals and the Ombudsman/Inspector General, with protection against retaliation for reporting issues.
  • Facilitating complaint submission for families and friends of incarcerated persons through a dedicated hotline and online form, enhancing their ability to monitor prison conditions.
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. Ossoff, Jon [D-GA].

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 2025-12-29.

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