BBK Of Counsel Cheryl Leanza Discusses New FCC Rules on Prison Phone Calls in the Wall Street Journal
FCC caps provider charges for incarcerated people.
Best Best & Krieger Of Counsel Cheryl Leanza is quoted in the Wall Street Journal, highlighting the financial roadblocks individuals face when trying to get in contact with someone who is incarcerated. The article provides insight on the Federal Communications Commission’s recent vote to reduce the phone rates correctional telecommunication providers can charge in prisons and jails nationwide. The changes go into effect in 2025 and could cut phone bills in half.
Leanza says, “It’s just the one that hits you every single day.” She continues, “Can we call Dad? Can we talk to Mom? Can we call Grandpa? No, you just can’t, even if you want to, because it’s just too much. It’s too much money.”
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