SF 3481 Minnesota Senate · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Commissioner of Corrections requirement to charge fee for incarcerated person communication services

This bill requires Minnesota's Commissioner of Corrections to charge fees for communication services (like phone calls, video chats, or messaging) used by incarcerated people in state facilities. The fees must cover only the actual cost of providing these services, not generate profit, and facilities must continue offering services they provided as of January 1, 2023. It also mandates annual reporting on fee amounts, costs, and usage data. The policy directly affects incarcerated individuals and facilities, ensuring communication services remain accessible while preventing state revenue generation from these fees.
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May 2025
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Introduced May 5, 2025 Last action May 5, 2025
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May 5, 2025
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Referred to Judiciary and Public Safety
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May 5, 2025
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