An Act to repeal pay-to-stay fees
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Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill seeks to eliminate ‘pay-to-stay’ fees, which are charges imposed on incarcerated individuals for the cost of their care and accommodation. Currently, these fees are deducted from incarcerated individuals’ accounts. The bill proposes to repeal this practice, aiming to reduce financial burdens on those held in correctional facilities. It is intended to ensure that incarcerated individuals are not penalized financially for their housing and care.
Key provisions
- Repeal of ‘pay-to-stay’ fees for incarcerated individuals.
- Elimination of deductions from incarcerated individuals’ accounts for the cost of their care.
- Removal of financial penalties associated with housing and accommodation within correctional facilities.
Who is affected
- Incarcerated individuals
- Correctional facilities
- Families of incarcerated individuals
Notable changes
- This bill represents a change from the current system where incarcerated individuals are charged for their housing and care.
- It removes a potential financial hardship for individuals within the correctional system.
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Sponsors
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Primary sponsor
Christopher J. Worrell
Cosponsor
Christopher J. Worrell
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