2021 House Bill 4467

Create corrections system “employee wellness” agency

Introduced in the House

March 9, 2021

Introduced by Rep. Sarah Lightner (R-65)

To create an autonomous “employee wellness” agency within the state Department of Corrections, under the direction of specified government officials and appointees, for the purpose of providing “services that address issues related to the health and well-being of state correctional officers, including employee engagement and retention, officer depression and rates of suicide,” and more.

Referred to the Committee on Appropriations

May 19, 2021

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-3) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

June 2, 2021

Passed in the House 98 to 11 (details)

Received in the Senate

June 3, 2021

Referred to the Committee on Oversight