Massachusetts H2335 aims to reduce recidivism through evidence-based programs by establishing program engagement strategies and cognitive behavioral.

Massachusetts H2335 seeks to reduce recidivism by implementing evidence-based programs in medium and maximum security correctional facilities. The bill mandates the establishment of a program engagement strategy (PES) in these facilities, utilizing incentives to encourage prisoner participation in programs. These programs may include educational, work-related, substance abuse, and cognitive behavioral therapy programs. The Department of Correction is tasked with evaluating the effectiveness of these programs in reducing recidivism and providing recommendations to the commissioner.

Massachusetts H2335 aims to reduce recidivism through evidence-based programs by establishing program engagement strategies and cognitive behavioral.

Massachusetts H2335 seeks to reduce recidivism by implementing evidence-based programs in medium and maximum security correctional facilities. The bill mandates the establishment of a program engagement strategy (PES) in these facilities, utilizing incentives to encourage prisoner participation in programs. These programs may include educational, work-related, substance abuse, and cognitive behavioral therapy programs. The Department of Correction is tasked with evaluating the effectiveness of these programs in reducing recidivism and providing recommendations to the commissioner.