News and Announcements

Recidivism rate decreases by more than half for formerly incarcerated individuals who complete substance use treatment programs and attain high school equivalency credentials

DOC Chief of Staff Shawn Jenkins to serve as Interim Commissioner

The Administration’s proposed FY25 budget proposal allows DOC to enhance operational efficiency and deepen investments in programming and educational opportunities

Initiative ensures equitable access to sustained communication between incarcerated individuals and their loved ones

MADOC is in the process of transitioning vending machines to a credit/debit system.

Pilot program to assist parole petitioners with parole hearing preparation, development of strong transition plans, and access to community support

Project Completion Advances Restrictive Housing Elimination and Discipline Reform

Initiative Supports Successful Reentry for Individuals Upon Release from DOC Facilities

Healey-Driscoll Administration’s FY24 Budget Invests $10 Million in Educational Opportunities and Reentry Services for Returning Citizens

DOC Hires Independent Qualified Expert to Review Crisis Care and Ensure Compliance with the Agreement

Over the next several months, DOC will evaluate the initial roll-out of the two-phased pilot program