
HB 16 – Parole Board Accountability
House Bill 16 proposes the creation of a Criminal Justice Policy Development Council to strengthen oversight of the Board of Pardon and Paroles.
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House Bill 16 proposes the creation of a Criminal Justice Policy Development Council to strengthen oversight of the Board of Pardon and Paroles.

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