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MO HB742
Bill
Status
2/27/2013
Primary Sponsor
Brandon Ellington
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AI Summary
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Department of Corrections must participate in the Federal Bonding Program to bond all inmates prior to release, subject to appropriation
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Department must review prison jobs to identify which positions are eligible for certification and ensure inmates completing requirements receive certification
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Department must issue worker certificates to inmates who held non-certifiable jobs, documenting hours worked, training received, job duties, and skills acquired or demonstrated
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Legislation aims to reduce recidivism rates among released offenders through improved employment prospects
Legislative Description
Requires the Department of Corrections to perform specified actions to improve the ability of inmates to obtain employment upon release from incarceration
Last Action
Public Hearing Completed (H)
4/3/2013