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Family and advocates push Willie Washington Jr. Act to require body cameras in Rhode Island correctional facilities
Summary
Lawmakers heard emotional testimony April 3 on the Willie Washington Junior Act (SB 811), a bill to require body‑worn cameras for correctional officers and to create an independent incident oversight committee.
Senate Judiciary took testimony April 3 on Senate Bill 811, known in testimony as the Willie Washington Junior Act, which would require body‑worn cameras for correctional officers in direct‑supervision roles, mandate retention of footage for investigations and establish an independent incident oversight committee.
Family members, advocates and formerly incarcerated witnesses testified in favor. Marissa Michener, the godmother of Willie Washington Jr., described her nephew’s 2024 death after repeated requests for medical care and urged statutory reforms to ensure independent review of medical emergencies and other incidents. "My godson...suffered for four days while repeatedly seeking medical…
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