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SB351: Requiring correctional facilities and jails to allow inmates and prisoners to make telephone calls at no cost.
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Plain-Language Summary
This bill requires correctional facilities and jails in Kansas to allow inmates and prisoners to make phone calls without paying any fees.
Who This Affects
The people who will be most affected by this bill are the families and friends of inmates and prisoners, who often rely on these phone calls to stay connected with their loved ones.
Key Provisions
• Requires correctional facilities and jails to allow free phone calls for inmates and prisoners
• Applies to all correctional facilities and jails in Kansas
• Does not specify any additional measures or restrictions
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Timeline
Introduced
Tuesday, January 20, 2026
Last Action
Senate Referred to Committee on Judiciary
Jan 21, 2026
Sponsors
- Tim ShallenburgerRepublicancosponsor
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