Positions and equipment are added to the OSP forensics and identification units. Workload continues to increase in both units. Over 90 percent of submissions to the forensics laboratories come from local law enforcement. The budget for the Board of Parole and Post-Prison Supervision continues most functions at current levels. Fewer parole violation hearings are expected.
Funding is reduced.
An upgrade of the Board's information system is funded. Work will continue into the 2001-03 biennium. Funding for regional training is increased. Positions and funds are increased to resolve problems identified in an independent review of the agency's operations. Positions are added for fiscal, records, and information services.