Chairwoman to Host Incarcerated People's Communications Services Listening Session in Chicago, Illinois

On October 27, 2023, Federal Communications Commission Chairwoman Rosenworcel will host a listening session in Chicago (IL) to hear from formerly incarcerated people and their loved ones about their experiences using incarcerated people's communications services (IPCS). Participants will explain the critical importance of affordable communications services to incarcerated people, as the FCC works to implement the Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act of 2022 (Martha Wright-Reed Act). The purpose of this listening session is to obtain additional public comment in support of the FCC's ongoing efforts to ensure just and reasonable rates and charges for IPCS consumers. The program agenda will include opening remarks from Chairwoman Rosenworcel, Sen Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton (D-IL) followed by a discussion with current and former IPCS consumers, providing the FCC with first-hand accounts. The listening session will be incorporated into the record.