Bill > A06553

This bill directs the New York City Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice to implement a comprehensive recidivism prevention program targeting 9,000 individuals with a persistent pattern of involvement in the criminal justice system. The program will involve collaboration across multiple city and state agencies to provide holistic support services including education, vocational training, housing, financial assistance, healthcare, and mental health services. Critically, these services will be offered without requiring a criminal background check. The bill offers potential legal incentives for program participants, such as the possibility of plea bargains or early release for incarcerated individuals who agree to participate in the program. Additionally, the bill stipulates that income earned through vocational programs associated with this recidivism prevention initiative will not be counted when determining an individual's eligibility for public assistance. The program is designed to be evaluated every five years, with reports tracking participants' outcomes in areas like re-arrests, health, housing security, and educational progress. The legislation is set to be in effect for ten years from its enactment, with the goal of reducing criminal justice system recidivism through comprehensive, supportive interventions.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6553