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Thank you Senator Lavon Bracy Davis for your #VisitAPrison at Polk CI. We believe by seeing issues first hand @FL_Corrections you can better understand conditions and improve our justice system. You don’t know if you don’t go! @FAMMFoundation

We hope you will join our Facebook Group and learn the Rules of @FL_Corrections and how to effectively advocate for your loved one. Scan the QR to take you to the group.

“In September, a federal Judge certified a class action allowing more than 1,500 inmates to collectively challenge prison heat conditions they say increase the risk of illness and death.  @FL_Corrections Secretary Ricky Dixon previously testified that roughly 75% of the state’s prison housing units are not air-conditioned.” floridapolitics.com/archives/78520…

How many hours can an incarerated person work? 33-601.201 (4) Except in the case of emergency, inmates shall not be required to perform assignments more than twelve (12) hours per day. The total number of hours inmates may be worked per week shall not exceed seventy-two (72)

“The Senate did not include plans for a new prison that were budgeted by House appropriators. A Senate criminal justice budget proposal includes $52 million for new correctional housing units. But that doesn’t cover the $127 million that a proposed House budget sets aside for a new 4,800-bed prison.” floridapolitics.com/archives/78015…

Before you can effectively help your loved ones, they must use the internal grievance procedure. This varies depending on the subject. flrules.org/gateway/Chapte…

Once upon a time, Jelly Roll was in our #MenOfValor aftercare program. He has a powerful testimony of redemption and transformation. God has blessed him. ❤️And now he blesses God. @JellyRoll615 took us to church on last nights Star Search. facebook.com/share/v/14VZPF…

If we want public safety, than we need to invest in those @FL_Corrections where the median grade level at admission is less than a 4th grader! Also 93 - 96% of reoffenders have less than a 12th grade education, 51% less than a 6th grade education. @JonMartinEsq @BernyJacques @JeffreyBrandes @dannyalvarezsr @IleanaGarciaUSA @Clay_Yarborough

In 'Break the Cycle,' real families share the ache of separation & the joy of reunion through God's grace. It's a story of love winning over loss. Please watch. Let it speak to your heart about what matters most—our children. @IleanaGarciaUSA @CarlosGSmith my.upfaithandfamily.com/break-the-cycle 🙏 #FaithAndFamily"

This week in the Facebook group “Building Strength” we have #Session 101 for those of you that are new or just want to make sure you know how to utilize some of the resources that are available.

CFO @BlaiseIngoglia here is a way to save money and send this man home to his granddaughter.

You should watch the movie “Break the Cycle” currently free on the PANDO app.

@sunlightgoldens @josephbharding Affordability, those that are not eligible for Medicaid and don’t have Private Insurance are forced to do without health care or relying on emergency rooms for care. Those on Medicare, our elderly, do not have care for their vision, hearing and dental.

@josephbharding Health insurance

What should the Florida Legislature be prioritizing this upcoming legislative session?

We started off the year by introducing families to the “Inmate Orientation Handbook” which is distributed at the Reception Centers. A good starting point for questions. @IleanaGarciaUSA @dannyalvarezsr @websterbarnaby @Clay_Yarborough @JonMartinEsq @CarlosGSmith @FL_Corrections

@josephbharding At @FL_Corrections 70% of staff have less than 3 yrs of experience, over half are on probationary status or in training; poor staff-to-inmate ratios, such as one 19-year-old officer with minimal training supervising over 150 inmates, versus better ratios (1:35 or 1:40). Problem?

Do you believe a person should be judged by the WORSE day in their life? Listen to this video and tell me where your heart is. Officer Ike Brown has been in Law Enforcement for 40 years, starting with Corrections, and then a Police Officer. @IleanaGarciaUSA @JonMartinEsq @dannyalvarezsr youtu.be/BeRceEK8sDk?si…

@sandbar39325 @LawJihad Any particular line items of curiosity? transparencyflorida.gov/Reports/ApprDi…

Prayerfully the courts and government officials in your state are WORKING today and GETTING THINGS DONE for you and your loved ones! 🤲🏾👊🏾

@ucf87cpa @FL_Corrections Salaries comparable to neighboring states

New year, new session—Secretary Dixon needs major funding now to stabilize @FL_Corrections’ crisis: staffing shortages, low pay, increased violence and rising medical costs. What solutions should the Legislature prioritize first to protect officers and reduce risks? #FLCorrections