Authorizes use of county inmate welfare funds for reentry services for incarcerated inmates.

New Jersey A2194 allows county correctional facilities to use inmate welfare funds for reentry services to help inmates transition back into the community. These services may include paying salaries of employees who assist inmates in accessing federal, state, or other benefits and services. The funds are typically used for amenities for inmates but this bill expands their use to include reentry services. The act takes effect four months after enactment.

Authorizes use of county inmate welfare funds for reentry services for incarcerated inmates.

New Jersey A2194 allows county correctional facilities to use inmate welfare funds for reentry services to help inmates transition back into the community. These services may include paying salaries of employees who assist inmates in accessing federal, state, or other benefits and services. The funds are typically used for amenities for inmates but this bill expands their use to include reentry services. The act takes effect four months after enactment.