Illinois HB0050 mandates electronic scanning of all incoming mail for committed persons to prevent contraband and improve safety.
Illinois HB0050 requires the Department of Corrections to implement a policy of electronic scanning and processing of all incoming mail in all institutions and facilities. This policy aims to protect the health and safety of committed persons, the Department's staff, and its contractors from contraband, including drugs, chemicals, or toxic substances. The bill also mandates the use of drug interdiction technologies and specifies that mail shall only be received by committed persons in electronic form.
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