Fulton County Jail conditions Georgia Senate inquiry

ATLANTA — A subcommittee met again in Fulton County over the many issues plaguing the jail on Thursday, according to a press release from the Georgia Senate's office.

It's scheduled for 1 p.m. at the Georgia State Capitol. The subcommittee, chaired by Majority Caucus Whip Sen. Randy Robertson, is expected to discuss "current incidents and challenges reported at the Fulton County Jail."

Later in December, the Rice Street jail got the news that the Fulton County Board of Commissioners debated the recommended $1.75 billion for a completely new facility, which would allow for 4,416 beds and wraparound services.

That's roughly 3.9 times the capacity the existing Rice Street jail was designed for. Government officials are looking at a sales tax to help fund the project but will have to leave it up to voters.

Specifics were not provided for Thursday's meeting; check back for new information.