Did you know that air conditioning is not universally required in prisons in the United States? Thousands of people in prison are suffering through the summer heat with no relief in sight—but we can help.
Excessive heat is the number one weather-related killer in the U.S. It’s unacceptable that our nation’s jails and prisons are allowed to operate without basic protection from the elements. People in prison are there to serve time, not to suffer through it.
Tell your elected officials to ensure the safety of people in prison by creating and supporting legislation to address extreme heat. Contact your lawmakers and governor and tell them prison facilities need proper air ventilation and air-conditioning! https://secure.everyaction.com/IwZLE3wC40qLl50Les7Eag2
Thank you,
Molly Gill
Vice President of Policy, FAMM
1100 H Street NW | Suite 1000 | Washington, D.C. xxxxxx | Tel: (202) 822-6700
