Massachusetts 191st Legislature (2019-2020) Status: Introduced

S 2846 — An Act relative to inmate telephone calls

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill died with 191st Legislature (2019-2020). It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there is no live prognosis. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill aims to regulate costs for inmate telephone calls.

The bill seeks to limit the fees charged for phone calls made by inmates. It addresses the financial burden on inmates and their families.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means lower costs for families trying to stay in touch with loved ones in prison.

Bill Text

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Sponsors

  • Senate Committee on Ways and Means · Primary

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

  • Senate Committee on Ways and Means

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (203)

203 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors S 2846?
S 2846 is sponsored by Senate Committee on Ways and Means.
What is the current status of S 2846?
This bill died with 191st Legislature (2019-2020). It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track S 2846?
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