Bill > S04808

This bill requires the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision to actively work to reduce telephone rates for incarcerated individuals and establish a reasonable cost cap on outgoing calls. The proposed amendment to the correction law mandates that the department make every effort to lower phone call rates and limit the expenses associated with these calls. Additionally, the bill ensures that the department cannot accept revenue that exceeds its reasonable operating costs for managing the telephone system. The legislation also maintains a requirement for the department to establish rules and regulations that provide security measures for the phone call system, protecting the safety of correctional facilities, staff, and call recipients. By addressing the financial burden of phone calls for incarcerated individuals, the bill aims to make communication more accessible and affordable for those in the correctional system. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S4808