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Lawmakers cite FCI Dublin abuses and press for funding of Federal Prison Oversight Act and PREA resources
Summary
During a May 5 House Judiciary subcommittee hearing, members and witnesses discussed past misconduct at FCI Dublin, the role of enhanced oversight and the need to fund the Federal Prison Oversight Act and resources to prevent sexual assault in custody under PREA.
Several members used the May 5 hearing to recount misconduct at FCI Dublin and to press for funding of independent oversight and resources to investigate sexual assaults and institutional abuse.
Context and why it matters: Representative Lucy McBath recounted the abuses at FCI Dublin that led to the facility's closure and the subsequent litigation and consent decree. Members said stronger, funded oversight would make it more…
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