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SB 782 In Committee

RELATING TO YOUTH AND ADULT CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES.

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Requires the State's youth and adult correctional facilities to provide free and accessible voice communication services for incarcerated persons in state correctional facilities. Prohibits any state agency from deriving revenue or financial benefit from the provision of communication services to persons confined in state correctional facilities. Requires the Public Utilities Commission to establish service quality standards and rules for the free voice communication services. Requires a report to the Legislature. Appropriates funds.

Chamber
Senate
Introduced
Jan 17, 2025
Last action
Jan 17, 2025 — Introduced.
Session
2026
Momentum
29 · Low