Bill
S 2685
Overview: S 2685, Permits the state and local municipalities to purchase from sources other than the correctional industries program of the department of corrections and community
Overview: S 2685, Permits the state and local municipalities to purchase from sources other than the correctional industries program of the department of corrections and community supervision, REFERRED TO PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTS, Introduced September 02, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill would allow state and local governments to purchase goods and services from vendors other than the state's correctional industries program. Currently, many public entities are required to procure certain products exclusively from prison-run workshops and factories.
Key Provisions:
- Removes the mandate for state and local agencies to purchase from the correctional industries program
- Provides more flexibility for governments to seek competitive bids and select vendors based on quality, cost, and other factors
- Maintains the correctional industries program as an optional purchasing source
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would benefit state and local governments by enabling them to potentially find lower-cost or higher-quality alternatives to prison-made goods. It could also spur innovation and competition among vendors serving the public sector.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Procurement and Contracts committee for further consideration. If approved, it would need to pass the full state legislature and be signed into law by the Governor.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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