CA AB2730

Establishes a 5-year pilot program called the California Antirecidivism and Public Safety Act requiring the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to provide job training and work experience to inmates scheduled for release within 2 years.

Requires program participants to be housed in community campus settings (public or private facilities away from traditional prison settings) while remaining under state custody and supervision.

Mandates access to evidence-based programs including mental health services, substance abuse treatment, GED/education programs, career technical education, job placement assistance, and post-release housing support.

Requires collaboration with employers and workforce development boards to provide on-the-job training, internships, apprenticeships, and work experience aimed at employment upon release, with minimum of 50 participants selected.

Mandates a comprehensive report to the Legislature by March 1, 2027 evaluating program effectiveness and recommendations for continuation; pilot program expires January 1, 2028.