The Georgia Department of Corrections is receiving yet another slate of recommendations to improve its ability to operate secure and safe facilities.
A Georgia Senate study committee said at its final meeting on Friday, Dec. 13, that it wants the General Assembly to raise correctional officer salaries, increase mental health services, audit vendor contracts and form a consistent culture among wardens.
But, it stopped short of creating independent oversight.
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