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Coalition hears legislative update; members urged to support amendments to Andy’s Law
Summary
Meeting attendees reviewed recent legislation affecting reentry and jail operations, heard that a law on access to feminine hygiene products was signed, and were told the state reentry coalition has concerns about Andy’s Law being restrictive and unclear in impact.
Participants received a legislative briefing covering bills tied to reentry supports, jail operations and inmate rights. The minutes record that a law expanding access to feminine hygiene products has been signed into law; other bills remain pending.
The minutes note concerns raised by the state reentry coalition about Andy’s Law, which members described as having "restrictive provisions and unclear impact"; coalition members were encouraged to support advocacy for amendments to clarify or revise problematic provisions.
