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Expanded Work and Training Programs for Incarcerated Individuals

This act aims to increase work and vocational training opportunities for individuals in correctional facilities. It allocates significant funds for educational and training programs, which should help them acquire skills and improve their job prospects upon release. Citizens may experience positive effects through better social reintegration and reduced recidivism.
Key points
Allocates $210 million for occupational education and training programs in prisons for fiscal years 2024-2029.
Increases the number of prison work pilot projects from 50 to 100.
Authorizes an additional $10 million annually for specific training programs and $70 million annually for general vocational programs.
Provides $20 million annually for careers training and demonstration grants under the Second Chance Act of 2007.
Requires annual public reports assessing program effectiveness in providing job skills and improving post-release employment prospects.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2669
Sponsor: Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5]
Process start date: 2023-04-18