Vermont H0294 ensures inmates receive telecommunications services at no expense and fair compensation for their labor.

Vermont H0294 amends state law to ensure inmates receive electronic communication services at no expense, while other communication services must be offered at no expense to the inmate. The bill mandates that commissary services be priced within 10 percent of fair market value. It requires the Department of Corrections to update wage policies to comply with state law, ensuring inmates are paid at least the federal minimum wage.

Vermont H0294 ensures inmates receive telecommunications services at no expense and fair compensation for their labor.

Vermont H0294 amends state law to ensure inmates receive electronic communication services at no expense, while other communication services must be offered at no expense to the inmate. The bill mandates that commissary services be priced within 10 percent of fair market value. It requires the Department of Corrections to update wage policies to comply with state law, ensuring inmates are paid at least the federal minimum wage.