Pennsylvania SB740 repeals the Medical Services Program for inmates, prohibiting copays and fees for medical services and abrogating related.

Pennsylvania SB740 repeals the Medical Services Program for inmates, prohibiting copays and fees for medical services. The bill also abrogates regulations inconsistent with the act. The Department of Corrections is barred from requiring inmates to pay for medical services. The bill mandates that inmates with medical insurance should cover their own medical needs through that insurance. The Department must submit an annual report to the General Assembly detailing the fees charged and collected under the program. The act takes effect in 60 days.

Pennsylvania SB740 repeals the Medical Services Program for inmates, prohibiting copays and fees for medical services and abrogating related.

Pennsylvania SB740 repeals the Medical Services Program for inmates, prohibiting copays and fees for medical services. The bill also abrogates regulations inconsistent with the act. The Department of Corrections is barred from requiring inmates to pay for medical services. The bill mandates that inmates with medical insurance should cover their own medical needs through that insurance. The Department must submit an annual report to the General Assembly detailing the fees charged and collected under the program. The act takes effect in 60 days.