One Stop Shop Community Reentry Program Act of 2026
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Overview
The One Stop Shop Community Reentry Program Act of 2026 aims to support community-based nonprofits by providing grants to establish and operate ‘one-stop’ reentry centers. These centers will offer a range of services to formerly incarcerated individuals, including job training, housing assistance, and access to identification and benefits. The bill also authorizes funding for reentry services assistance hotlines to provide 24/7 support and guidance. It emphasizes a needs-based approach, requiring centers to assess community needs and tailor services accordingly, and includes provisions for equitable distribution of funds and preference for employing formerly incarcerated individuals.
Key provisions
- Grants are authorized to community-based nonprofits to create and operate reentry centers.
- Centers must conduct needs assessments involving community stakeholders to identify reentry service needs.
- Applicants must demonstrate plans for providing comprehensive reentry services, including employment assistance, housing support, and access to identification.
- The Attorney General will evaluate the effectiveness of reentry centers through data analysis and annual reports.
- Preference is given to applicants that employ individuals with criminal records.
- Funding is authorized for both reentry centers and 24/7 reentry services assistance hotlines.
- Hotlines must provide information on local reentry services and protect the privacy of callers.
- The program prioritizes equitable distribution of funds across geographic regions and populations.
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