HB 3424
Removing language regarding short term loans being provided to released inmates for costs related to reentry into the community
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- Passed House of Delegates
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill seeks to remove a specific provision from West Virginia law that allowed for short-term loans to be provided to released inmates to cover expenses associated with re-entering the community. The existing language regarding these loans has not been implemented. The bill aims to clarify the roles and responsibilities of the Director of Employment and Director of Housing in facilitating reentry services for formerly incarcerated individuals.
Key provisions
- Removes the provision for short-term loans to released inmates.
- Maintains the Director of Employment’s role in facilitating employment opportunities.
- Maintains the Director of Housing’s role in facilitating housing opportunities.
- Preserves the collaboration between the Director of Housing, Bureau of Community Corrections, and Parole Board.
- Focuses on developing community housing resources.
Who is affected
- Released inmates
- Bureau of Community Corrections
- Parole Board
- State government
- Local government
Notable changes
- Eliminates a specific funding mechanism for reentry expenses.
- Clarifies the scope of the Director of Housing's responsibilities.
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