Inmate Earned Time Formula for Sentence to Department of Corrections
Governor Signed
Summary
The bill changes how many days of earned time an inmate can receive each month and adds new achievement credits for program milestones or exceptional conduct. It also establishes a multi‑agency working group to develop a data‑driven plan for managing prison capacity and release processes. The changes target inmates serving certain felonies and aim to boost rehabilitation while addressing overcrowding.
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