Washington HB1301 aims to reduce fees and expenses for services for people confined in state facilities.

Washington HB1301 mandates the Department of Corrections to provide voice communication services to individuals in custody, supplementing them with other communication services like video communication and electronic mail. The bill requires the department to maintain the same number of voice communication devices as of January 1, 2025, and to provide tablets to all persons in custody at no cost.

Washington HB1301 aims to reduce fees and expenses for services for people confined in state facilities.

Washington HB1301 mandates the Department of Corrections to provide voice communication services to individuals in custody, supplementing them with other communication services like video communication and electronic mail. The bill requires the department to maintain the same number of voice communication devices as of January 1, 2025, and to provide tablets to all persons in custody at no cost.