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Introduced
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
In Committee
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Unified Code of Corrections concerning the transfer of committed persons funds. Provides that the Department of Corrections and the Department of Juvenile Justice shall not enter into or renew any contract with a vendor that provides electronic funds transfer services that include total fees and charges of more than 2% of the total amount of funds being transferred or $15 per transaction, whichever is less, for the privilege of electronically transferring funds. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Unified Code of Corrections to regulate fees associated with electronic funds transfer services for individuals committed to the Department of Corrections and the Department of Juvenile Justice. Specifically, it prohibits these departments from entering into or renewing contracts with vendors for electronic funds transfer services if the total fees and charges exceed 2% of the total amount being transferred or $15 per transaction, whichever is less, for the privilege of using these electronic transfer services. This change aims to limit the costs incurred by committed persons when transferring funds electronically.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 02/10/2026)
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