Bill > HB0050

This bill amends the Unified Code of Corrections to require the Department of Corrections to implement a comprehensive electronic mail scanning policy for all incoming mail in its institutions and facilities. The policy mandates the use of drug interdiction technologies to protect the health and safety of committed persons (inmates), staff, and contractors by scanning mail to prevent the introduction of contraband like drugs, chemicals, or toxic substances. Under the new policy, all processed mail will only be accessible to inmates through kiosk and tablet services, and the Director of Corrections will determine how long mail is stored or whether it is destroyed. The bill effectively eliminates physical mail delivery, replacing it with electronic scanning and digital access. Inmates will no longer be able to receive uncensored physical letters, and instead will view scanned mail electronically. The Department of Corrections is required to develop and adopt specific rules to implement this new mail processing system, with the legislation taking effect immediately upon passage.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=50&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104