JHA Update on IDOC Commissary Issues

Prison commissary is not just an opportunity for people to purchase desirable “extras;” it is how many people meet their basic needs in Illinois prisons. Going without items from commissary increases deprivation and negatively impacts the quality of life for those living in prison.  In turn, this fuels a climate that hurts everyone who lives and works in Illinois prisons.

This statement describes issues identified, questions we asked, and information shared by IDOC in order to provide a better understanding of the ongoing commissary difficulties.