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CT HB05764

CT HB05764
An Act Establishing An Incarcerated Wage Equity Bonds Program.


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Introduced
01/21/2025
In Committee
01/21/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/04/2025

Introduced Session

2025 General Assembly

Bill Summary

To ensure that incarcerated individuals have funds for transitional needs upon release.

AI Summary

This bill establishes an Incarcerated Wage Equity Bonds Program designed to help incarcerated individuals financially prepare for their release by creating a savings mechanism. Under this program, when an incarcerated person earns wages while working during their incarceration, the state will match those earnings and deposit the total amount into a bond, which will be held in a trust by the state. When the individual is released, they will have access to these funds, which can be used to address transitional needs such as housing, transportation, job search expenses, or other critical costs that can help prevent recidivism. The program aims to provide financial support and a potential economic foundation for individuals re-entering society, recognizing that having financial resources can be a crucial factor in successful reintegration and reducing the likelihood of returning to criminal activity.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to Joint Committee on Labor and Public Employees (on 01/21/2025)

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