Bill > HB0224

This bill addresses inmate reentry, finances, and debt modifications by implementing several key provisions across multiple state agencies. Beginning January 1, 2027, county jails and state prisons must notify the Office of State Debt Collection, State Tax Commission, and Office of Recovery Services about inmates who have been incarcerated for 90 consecutive days, providing details about their incarceration and reasons for imprisonment. The bill introduces a suspension of interest accrual on an individual's accounts receivable during incarceration and for 180 days after release, with exceptions for certain types of debts. The Department of Corrections must now create a comprehensive reentry division focusing on screening, assessments, individualized plans, treatment, education, job preparation, and release planning. Additionally, the bill modifies child support regulations by preventing the treatment of incarceration as voluntary unemployment and allowing for automatic suspension of child support orders for incarcerated individuals (with specific exceptions), ensuring that individuals are not financially penalized during their period of incarceration. The legislation also requires state agencies to provide financial education and account statements to inmates, helping them manage and understand their financial obligations while incarcerated and during their transition back into society.

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