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This bill, titled "Offender Amendments," aims to improve the transition and support for individuals involved in the justice system. A key provision requires county jails, starting July 1, 2026, to assist inmates sentenced to at least six months in obtaining or renewing state-issued driver licenses or identification cards, informing them of the importance of these documents for employment upon release and facilitating the application process if the inmate agrees. The bill also clarifies that substance abuse treatment programs must provide drug test results to supervising probation or parole officers, referred to as "eligible supervision employees," if requested and if the participant has signed a waiver allowing this disclosure. Additionally, the bill makes several amendments to existing laws concerning driver licenses, identification cards, and the duties of the Department of Corrections, including provisions for inmate reentry, access to legal resources, and reporting requirements related to inmate deaths and financial incentives. The bill also updates language regarding drug testing waivers for probationers and parolees to ensure compliance with federal health information disclosure laws.

Justice, Transportation and Infrastructure

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