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NJ S2583
NJ S2583Establishes Second Chance Program in charge of providing opportunities through labor organizations for formerly incarcerated individuals.
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Introduced
02/08/2024
02/08/2024
In Committee
03/14/2024
03/14/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026
01/12/2026
Introduced Session
2024-2025 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, aiming to provide meaningful and lasting career opportunities for individuals who have been formerly incarcerated. The program will work in conjunction with labor organizations, which are defined as groups that represent workers in collective bargaining, to identify and create employment opportunities for this population. The bill's sponsors believe that by offering such opportunities, the program will help reduce the rate at which formerly incarcerated individuals re-offend (recidivism) and facilitate their reintegration into society, recognizing that a lack of stable employment is a significant barrier for those recently released from prison.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Referred to Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee (on 03/14/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/S2583 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S3000/2583_I1.HTM |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S3000/2583_R1.HTM |
| Analysis - Statement SLA 3/14/24 | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S3000/2583_S1.PDF |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/S3000/2583_I1.HTM |
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