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Illinois lawmakers demand faster mail scanning to combat prison drugs, citing tech delays and risks if no fix is made by Jan 2026.
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.
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.
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.
A November 18 JCAR meeting will review IDOC’s rule-making authority.
Los legisladores de Illinois exigen un escaneo de correo más rápido para combatir las drogas en las cárceles, citando retrasos tecnológicos y riesgos si no se hace una solución para enero de 2026.