LR243

Interim study to examine job opportunities for incarcerated people in Nebraska correctional facilities.

This resolution proposes an interim study to examine job opportunities for people incarcerated within Nebraska Department of Correctional Services facilities. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of current employment landscapes and identify opportunities to align policy with best evidence-based practices. It will examine data on employment numbers, hours worked, conditions, compensation, and differences in opportunities based on factors like facility, race, age, and gender.