Senate Bill 727 mandates that the Department of Corrections (DOC) provide a range of personal hygiene products to inmates in state correctional institutions and requires sheriffs to do the same in county jails and houses of correction. The bill specifies that these products must be available at prices not exceeding 125% of the sales price at the highest-grossing retail chain in the state for general hygiene items, and at 100% for culturally sensitive products suitable for specific hair types. The list of required products includes deodorant, shampoo, body wash, and various other hygiene items. Additionally, each inmate will receive a monthly stipend of $25 to purchase these products from the commissary.

The bill also allocates $6,450,000 to the DOC for each year of the 2025-27 biennium to support the implementation of these stipends. The provisions aim to ensure that inmates have access to essential hygiene products, promoting their well-being during incarceration. The legislation reflects a commitment to improving the living conditions of inmates and addressing their personal care needs.