“We are thrilled to announce that the Bureau of Prisons has officially begun launching its new inmate tablet initiative TODAY.

This is a tremendous step forward, and we want to express our sincere gratitude to BOP Director William Marshall and Deputy Director Josh Smith for their leadership and commitment to improving the lives of incarcerated individuals and their families. We had the privilege of meeting with Director Marshall yesterday in Washington, D.C., and once again saw firsthand his genuine desire to continue moving the Bureau in a positive direction.

These tablets will be a true game changer.

Most significantly, they will allow inmates to participate in video calls with their loved ones, giving parents the priceless opportunity to see and interact with their children face-to-face. Unlike telephone calls, which are limited by available minutes, the video calling feature will be available with unlimited minutes during designated periods of the day, allowing families to remain far more connected than ever before.

The tablets will also provide access to First Step Act programming, educational materials, and digital books, enabling incarcerated individuals to spend their time learning, growing, and preparing for successful reentry into society.

Tzedek is proud to have played a role in encouraging and supporting this important initiative, and we commend the BOP for making it a reality.”