Correctional Facility Disaster Preparedness Act of 2026

Summary

The bill orders the Bureau of Prisons to send Congress a yearly summary of any major disaster’s impact on federal and contract prisons, including injuries, service disruptions, and costs. It also mandates a corrective‑action plan, legislative recommendations, and the appointment of an official to oversee implementation. The measure also changes the makeup of the National Institute of Corrections and requires a public hearing on prison emergency preparedness.

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