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flag Illinois lawmakers demand faster mail scanning to combat prison drugs, citing tech delays and risks if no fix is made by Jan 2026.

flag Illinois lawmakers are urging the IDOC to speed up its mail scanning system, launched September 29 to fight prison drug trafficking, after technical delays and slow implementation sparked criticism. flag Despite an emergency rule in August, network issues and a delayed tablet rollout have hindered mail delivery, with inmates still relying on printed copies when needed. flag Lawmakers fault the department for poor timing, vendor shortcomings, and prioritizing games over essential functions, warning of risks if a permanent policy isn’t established by January 2026. flag A November 18 JCAR meeting will review IDOC’s rule-making authority.

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