GA governor announces assessment into department of corrections [Video]

A day after a food service employee was shot and killed at Georgia’s Smith State Prison, Gov. Brian Kemp announced an in-depth assessment of the state’s Department of Corrections system. 

The governor made this announcement alongside the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) as part of its latest measure to improve public safety in the state. 

This in-depth, system-wide assessment will work to identify current strengths, opportunities and recommendations to enhance GDC’s efficiency, according to a release by the governor. The state is partnering with Guidehouse, Inc. to conduct the assessment and create recommendations. The partnership brings together an outside team with knowledge about conducting organizational assessments for corrections systems and facilities in all 50 states. 

Within the next 12 months, the company will visit multiple state prison facilities, work with GDC personnel to gather information, conduct interviews with relevant …