Establishes a pilot program for incarcerated parents in New York City to access paid apprenticeships and employment opportunities.

The Family Reunification and Economic Empowerment Act creates a pilot program administered by the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision. It aims to provide incarcerated parents in New York City with access to paid apprenticeship and employment opportunities while incarcerated. Participants will be compensated at least fifty percent of the state minimum wage. Earnings can be used for child support, commissary needs, and savings for reentry. The program also includes virtual family contact opportunities and vocational training.

Establishes a pilot program for incarcerated parents in New York City to access paid apprenticeships and employment opportunities.

The Family Reunification and Economic Empowerment Act creates a pilot program administered by the Department of Corrections and Community Supervision. It aims to provide incarcerated parents in New York City with access to paid apprenticeship and employment opportunities while incarcerated. Participants will be compensated at least fifty percent of the state minimum wage. Earnings can be used for child support, commissary needs, and savings for reentry. The program also includes virtual family contact opportunities and vocational training.