8900-1100 Re-Entry Programs

For re--entry programs at the department of correction that are intended to reduce recidivism rates; provided, that said programs shall be in addition to such provided in fiscal year 2025; provided further, that not less than $80,000 shall be expended for the department of correction to cover costs associated with coordinating and supporting partnerships with higher education institutions that provide post--secondary education programs in state prisons; provided further, that not later than January 15, 2026, the department shall report to the house and senate committees on ways and means on re-- entry programming at the department; and provided further, that said report shall include information on the type of programs provided and the recidivism rate of the offenders who successfully completed said programs;