A significant budget request has been made to address extreme heat in prisons. The proposed funding is intended to add air conditioning to a substantial number of beds. However, this amount is considered insufficient by some, who estimate a much larger sum is needed to fully address the issue.

Inmate advocates have expressed concerns about the request, citing the need for more comprehensive action. A federal judge is currently considering whether to order improvements to prison conditions, which have been found to be unacceptable.

Further information on the budget request and the ongoing debate is available, including details on the estimated cost of fully addressing the issue and the status of the federal judge's consideration.