[
    {
        "sop_number": "102.01",
        "title": "Media Relations",
        "division": "Executive Division (Office of Public Affairs)",
        "effective_date": "2022-07-14",
        "summary": "This policy establishes the Georgia Department of Corrections' media relations procedures and designates the Public Affairs Office (PAO) as the official source for disseminating accurate and timely information to the media, public, and government entities. The PAO operates 24/7 to handle media inquiries and maintains a statewide network of Unit Public Affairs Officers at each facility to manage local media relations. The policy covers media access, spokesperson protocols, emergency communications, and the PAO's responsibilities for publications, audio/visual support, and media training.",
        "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/102.01/"
    },
    {
        "sop_number": "102.02",
        "title": "Legislative Services",
        "division": "Executive",
        "effective_date": "2001-09-01",
        "summary": "This policy establishes the Georgia Department of Corrections' procedures for managing interactions with the Georgia General Assembly. It designates a legislative liaison as the primary contact point for legislators and outlines procedures for responding to constituent requests, resolving legislative issues, coordinating facility visits, developing proposed legislation, monitoring bills affecting the Department, and keeping legislators informed of significant departmental events and changes.",
        "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/102.02/"
    },
    {
        "sop_number": "102.03",
        "title": "Social Media Policy",
        "division": "Executive Division",
        "effective_date": "2020-07-28",
        "summary": "This policy establishes standards for the Georgia Department of Corrections' official use and management of social media platforms. It applies to all GDC social media accounts and pages managed by the Public Affairs Office. The policy outlines procedures for content management, oversight of public comments, and the department's authority to restrict inappropriate content while maintaining compliance with public records laws.",
        "url": "https://gps.press/sop-data/102.03/"
    }
]