This bill proposes an amendment to West Virginia Code 15A-4-21, specifically targeting the responsibilities of the Director of Employment and the Director of Housing for released inmates. The amendment seeks to remove the provision that allows for the provision of short-term loans to released inmates for costs associated with their reentry into the community, as these loans have not been provided or secured in practice.

In addition to eliminating the loan provision, the bill emphasizes the roles of the Directors in facilitating employment and housing opportunities for released inmates. The Director of Employment will continue to negotiate agreements with various entities to enhance job prospects, while the Director of Housing will focus on developing community housing resources and collaborating with the Bureau of Community Corrections and the Parole Board to minimize release delays.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 15A-4-21