Connecticut Senate Bill 972: An Act Concerning Communication Services In Correctional And Juvenile Detention Facilities
The Connecticut Legislature passed a bill requiring the Commissioner of Correction to provide free voice communication service to all individuals confined in a correctional or juvenile detention facility, and prohibits the state from receiving revenue for providing any such communication services. The bill is effective beginning October 1, 2022.
You can read the full text of the bill here.
Primary sponsor(s): House Judiciary Committee
Bill number: Senate Bill No. 972
Name of Bill (as introduced): An Act Concerning Communication Services In Correctional And Juvenile Detention Facilities
Status: Enacted
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