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NJ A664

NJ A664
Establishes Second Chance Program in charge of providing opportunities through labor organizations for formerly incarcerated individuals.


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Introduced
01/11/2022
In Committee
05/08/2023
Crossed Over
02/27/2023
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024

Introduced Session

2022-2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Establishes Second Chance Program in charge of providing opportunities through labor organizations for formerly incarcerated individuals.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Second Chance Program within the Department of Labor and Workforce Development, which aims to provide real and lasting career opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals through collaboration with labor organizations. The purpose is to reduce recidivism by addressing the lack of viable employment opportunities for individuals recently released from prison. The program will be under the direction of the State Employment and Training Commission, and "labor organization" is defined as per the federal labor law.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 05/08/2023)

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