Illinois has announced a new statewide pilot program that will provide free phone minutes to incarcerated individuals to promote family connection and rehabilitation.

Restoring Family Connections Behind Bars

According to a press release from the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC), a groundbreaking program will provide individuals with no-cost phone calls beginning November 3.

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The "Voices of Connections" initiative grants each incarcerated individual 775 free domestic minutes per month, which is equivalent to about $6.20 in call time, to help them stay in touch with family and friends.

IDOC leaders say the goal is to improve access to affordable communication tools through technology, and Director Latoy

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