Senate Bill No. [insert bill number] aims to revise laws related to incarceration by mandating that state and local correctional facilities provide specific hygiene and stationery products at no cost to individuals under their supervision. The bill outlines a list of products that must be provided, including soap, toilet paper, toothbrushes, toothpaste, combs, feminine hygiene products, letter envelopes, writing paper, and postage stamps. Additionally, it requires each detention center to develop policies and procedures for distributing these products, ensuring that they are accessible to all individuals, including those who may not have access in general population areas.

The bill also amends existing sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), specifically sections 7-32-2222 and 53-1-203, to incorporate these new requirements. It includes a provision that supersedes unfunded mandate laws, indicating that the new requirements will take precedence over previous laws that may impose financial burdens without funding. Overall, the legislation seeks to enhance the health and well-being of incarcerated individuals by ensuring they have access to essential hygiene and communication supplies.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 7-32-2222, 53-1-203
SB0485_1(1): 7-32-2222, 53-1-203
SB0485_1(2): 7-32-2222, 53-1-203
SB0485_1(3): 7-32-2222, 53-1-203
SB0485_1(4): 7-32-2222, 53-1-203
SB0485_1: 7-32-2222, 53-1-203