Prisons and Reformatory Institutions - As introduced, prohibits this state or a local government from entering into a new contract or renewing an existing contract for the provision of correctional services for an inmate under the custody and care of the department of correction or the local government. - Amends TCA Title 41, Chapter 24.

Summary

The bill adds a new section to Tennessee law that prevents the state or any local government from signing new contracts or renewing existing ones with private companies to provide correctional services or facilities for inmates under their custody. It applies to all counties, cities, towns, and metropolitan governments. The measure takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

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