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SB3479 - 104th General Assembly

CD CORR-INCOMING PUBLICATIONS
Last Action
2/05/2026 - Senate: Referred to Assignments
Senate Sponsors
Sen. Mike Simmons
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
730 ILCS 5/3-2-2
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that, beginning on July 1, 2026, the Department of Corrections shall adhere to a standardized process for all incoming publications. Provides that the process shall not prohibit a committed person's access to physical, hard copy publications, and allow members of the public to mail committed persons publications. Provides that, even if the Department adopts a policy that requires or contracts with a vendor for the digitization or photocopying of incoming mail or publications, the Department shall still provide access to physical, hardcopy publications. Effective immediately.
Actions
Date Chamber Action
2/05/2026 Senate Filed with Secretary by Sen. Mike Simmons
2/05/2026 Senate First Reading
2/05/2026 Senate Referred to Assignments