Second Chance Program.
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Overview
Senate Bill 38 aims to expand the Second Chance Program, which provides grants to support mental health, substance use, and diversion programs for individuals in the criminal justice system. The bill modifies the grant program to allow eligibility for proposals offering behavioral health services, drug court programs, and other related services. It also removes restrictions on percentage allocations for grant applications and makes an appropriation to the Second Chance Fund.
Key provisions
- Expands eligibility for Second Chance Program grants to include mental health and behavioral health services, drug court programs, and collaborative court programs.
- Prohibits the program from specifying percentage allocations in grant applications or awards.
- Authorizes funding for treatment programs under Section 11395 of the Health and Safety Code.
- Establishes an executive steering committee to oversee grant program design and recommendations.
- Prioritizes proposals that leverage existing funding sources, including HUD programs and state-specific funding streams.
- Requires proposals to include housing-related assistance, such as rental assistance and relocation support.
- Prioritizes proposals that promote interagency collaboration and geographic diversity.
- Allows for expansion of existing programs and prohibits supplanting existing funding.
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