Budget Amendment ID: FY2023-S4-990

EPS 990

Commissary Charges

Ms. Creem, Mr. Eldridge, Ms. Comerford, Mr. Barrett and Ms. Rausch moved that the proposed new text be amended by inserting the following section

SECTION XX. Chapter 127 of the general laws is hereby amended by adding after section 87, the following new section:-

87A.  State or county correctional facilities shall not charge more than 3 percent over the purchase cost for commissary items. The department of corrections and sheriffs shall maximize opportunities to purchase commissary items in bulk and shall not receive commissions, or financial incentives, in any contract with suppliers of commissary items, provided further that products offered must include gender affirming items in accord with G.L. c. 127 s. 32A and culturally appropriate items for all communities in custody.