The bill amends the Corrections Code of 1953, specifically section 67a, to update the responsibilities of prisoners regarding medical care costs. It removes the previous requirement that prisoners are responsible for a copayment fee for nonemergency medical, dental, or optometric services requested by them. Instead, it establishes that a prisoner who intentionally injures themselves and requires emergency medical care will be responsible for the entire cost of that care.

Additionally, the bill modifies the language regarding the housing of prisoners who intentionally injure themselves. It clarifies that the department will determine whether these prisoners will be housed in facilities equipped for on-site medical treatment of their injuries. Furthermore, it mandates that the director of the department report to the legislature on the feasibility and cost of implementing this housing provision by September 30, 1997.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 791.267