Bill > A07527

This bill establishes a pilot project for the placement of female inmates who are mothers of minor children in the correctional facility closest to the primary residence of their child(ren). The goal is to facilitate increased contact between the incarcerated mother and her child(ren) and reduce recidivism rates. The project will house up to 200 voluntary participants, with priority given to inmates who were primary caregivers and those involved in child welfare cases. The commissioner will submit annual reports on the project's effectiveness, including its impact on the inmates, their children, and family relationships. The bill also provides eligibility criteria and allows the commissioner to revoke participation for disciplinary issues or failure to participate in assigned programs.