Minnesota HF2812 requires the commissioner of corrections to charge a fee for incarcerated person communication services.

Minnesota HF2812 amends state statutes to require the commissioner of corrections to charge a fee for incarcerated person communication services. Facilities must provide voice communication services, such as phone calls, and may offer additional services like video communication and email. Fees must not exceed the actual cost of providing the services, and neither the caller nor the incarcerated person can be charged for the service. The bill prohibits state agencies from receiving revenue from these services but allows them to collect commissions on pre-existing contracts.

Minnesota HF2812 requires the commissioner of corrections to charge a fee for incarcerated person communication services.

Minnesota HF2812 amends state statutes to require the commissioner of corrections to charge a fee for incarcerated person communication services. Facilities must provide voice communication services, such as phone calls, and may offer additional services like video communication and email. Fees must not exceed the actual cost of providing the services, and neither the caller nor the incarcerated person can be charged for the service. The bill prohibits state agencies from receiving revenue from these services but allows them to collect commissions on pre-existing contracts.