2008 House Bill 6641

Allow Corrections Department to hire felons

Introduced in the House

Nov. 12, 2008

Introduced by Rep. Alma Smith (D-54)

To repeal a ban on the Department of Corrections hiring persons convicted of a felony, including prison guards.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary

Dec. 11, 2008

Substitute offered by Rep. Alma Smith (D-54)

The substitute passed by voice vote