Idaho corrections seeks ongoing funds for data tools, transparency software
The Idaho Department of Correction asked the Joint Finance Preparations Committee to fund ongoing subscriptions and expansion of data tools—including a continued relationship with the nonprofit Recidiviz and several transparency/legal-access platforms—saying the tools automate casework and leverage philanthropic match dollars.
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The Idaho Department of Correction requested ongoing general-fund support for a suite of data and transparency tools at a Feb. 4 Joint Finance Preparations Committee hearing in Boise. Director Josh Tewalt and Legislative Office analyst Noah Peterson described continuing investments in Recidiviz case-management work and subscriptions that provide inmates digital access to court information and staff tools for public-records management.
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