Legislation Details

File #: 25-2338    Version: 1 Name:
Type: Transmittal Status: Accepted
File created: 3/31/2025 In control: Commissioners Court
On agenda: 4/10/2025 Final action: 4/10/2025
Title: Transmittal by the Sheriff's Office of the agreement with The Moss Group, Inc. for a PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) assessment and action planning.
Primary Department: Sheriff
Primary Department Head/Elected Official: Ed Gonzalez

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Type of Request: Transmittal

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Transmittal by the Sheriff's Office of the agreement with The Moss Group, Inc. for a PREA (Prison Rape Elimination Act) assessment and action planning.
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Background and Discussion:
The Moss Group will conduct an assessment and action plan of our current efforts regarding the Prison Rape Elimination Act. This assessment will involve a comprehensive four-day onsite visit aimed at evaluating our PREA initiatives, identifying strengths, opportunities for improvement, and providing recommendations.


Expected Impact:
The results of this assessment will enable the Harris County Sheriff's Office and the PREA unit to enhance our programs and work towards becoming a national model for PREA compliance in county jails.


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