Authorizes use of county inmate welfare funds for certain reentry services.
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Overview
This bill allows New Jersey counties to use funds currently designated for inmate welfare to support reentry services for individuals incarcerated in county correctional facilities. These services aim to help inmates successfully transition back into the community after release. Specifically, the funds can be used to pay staff who assist inmates with accessing benefits like healthcare and housing, and to cover other reentry support programs.
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