A communication from the Department of Correction (see Section 119A(i) of Chapter 127 of the General Laws) submitting its annual report on medical parole for fiscal year 2024

HD 4685 is a procedural bill requiring the Department of Correction to submit its annual report on medical parole for fiscal year 2024. The report includes data on denials by race, showing 1 Black and 8 American individuals denied for not meeting criteria, and 7 Black and 21 American individuals denied for other reasons. This bill does not change policy but ensures the report is formally submitted for legislative review.