Establishes a job fair pilot program for incarcerated individuals within six months of release in Wende and New York City correctional facilities.

The bill establishes a three-year job fair pilot program for incarcerated individuals within six months of release in Wende and New York City correctional facilities. Job fairs will be held at least three times a year, offering attendees help with resume preparation, internet job searches, and interview advice. The program will be overseen by the commissioner in cooperation with the labor commissioner, who will also appoint a coordinator for each prison. Evaluations will be conducted annually, focusing on recidivism statistics and the number of jobs offered.

Establishes a job fair pilot program for incarcerated individuals within six months of release in Wende and New York City correctional facilities.

The bill establishes a three-year job fair pilot program for incarcerated individuals within six months of release in Wende and New York City correctional facilities. Job fairs will be held at least three times a year, offering attendees help with resume preparation, internet job searches, and interview advice. The program will be overseen by the commissioner in cooperation with the labor commissioner, who will also appoint a coordinator for each prison. Evaluations will be conducted annually, focusing on recidivism statistics and the number of jobs offered.