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A bill to limit and eliminate excessive, hidden, and unnecessary fees imposed on incarcerated individuals and their families, and for other purposes.
5/24/2024, 10:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 4435
Bill 118 s 4435, also known as the "Incarceration Fees Limitation Act," aims to address the issue of excessive and hidden fees that are often imposed on incarcerated individuals and their families. The bill seeks to eliminate these fees, which can place a significant financial burden on those who are already facing challenges due to their incarceration.
The legislation specifically targets fees that are deemed excessive, hidden, or unnecessary. These fees can include charges for basic necessities such as phone calls, medical care, and even access to educational programs. By limiting and ultimately eliminating these fees, the bill aims to ensure that incarcerated individuals and their families are not unfairly burdened by financial obligations that are difficult or impossible to meet.
In addition to addressing fees, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the treatment of incarcerated individuals. This may include measures to improve access to resources and support services, as well as efforts to promote rehabilitation and reintegration into society. Overall, the Incarceration Fees Limitation Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to protect the financial well-being of incarcerated individuals and their families, while also promoting fair and humane treatment within the criminal justice system.
The legislation specifically targets fees that are deemed excessive, hidden, or unnecessary. These fees can include charges for basic necessities such as phone calls, medical care, and even access to educational programs. By limiting and ultimately eliminating these fees, the bill aims to ensure that incarcerated individuals and their families are not unfairly burdened by financial obligations that are difficult or impossible to meet.
In addition to addressing fees, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the treatment of incarcerated individuals. This may include measures to improve access to resources and support services, as well as efforts to promote rehabilitation and reintegration into society. Overall, the Incarceration Fees Limitation Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to protect the financial well-being of incarcerated individuals and their families, while also promoting fair and humane treatment within the criminal justice system.
Current Status of Bill S 4435
Bill S 4435 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 23, 2024. Bill S 4435 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 23, 2024. Bill S 4435's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. as of May 23, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4435
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
2Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4435
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4435
A bill to limit and eliminate excessive, hidden, and unnecessary fees imposed on incarcerated individuals and their families, and for other purposes.
A bill to limit and eliminate excessive, hidden, and unnecessary fees imposed on incarcerated individuals and their families, and for other purposes.
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