An Act amending Title 61 (Prisons and Parole) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, establishing the Prison Industry Enhancement Authority; providing for employment of incarcerated individuals by private industry and for subcontracts with correctional agencies; establishing guidelines for incarcerated individual compensation; and providing for location of private sector prison industry.
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Overview
This bill establishes the Prison Industry Enhancement Authority in Pennsylvania, aiming to employ incarcerated individuals in private industry and through subcontracts with correctional agencies. It outlines guidelines for compensating these individuals and specifies the location for private sector prison industry operations. The authority will oversee these arrangements, ensuring compliance with labor standards and promoting positive work habits for incarcerated individuals, while also supporting family ties and contributing to victim compensation. Importantly, the bill clarifies that this initiative does not constitute privatization of correctional facilities.
Key provisions
- Creates the Prison Industry Enhancement Authority.
- Allows incarcerated individuals to be employed by private industry through subcontracts with correctional agencies.
- Establishes guidelines for compensating incarcerated individuals, including wages and deductions.
- Specifies requirements for private sector prison industries, such as compliance with labor standards and consultation with local communities.
- Outlines the authority's powers and duties, including applying for certification and monitoring private sector operations.
- Defines key terms related to the program, such as ‘Authority,’ ‘Correctional Facility,’ and ‘Private Sector Prison Industry.’
- Requires the private sector prison industry to meet certain minimum requirements, including compliance with labor laws and providing security for workers' compensation.
- Clarifies that the bill does not establish a civil cause of action against the authority or the Commonwealth.
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