SB 23-157

Senate Bill 23-157, which has been approved by the governor and will take effect on August 7, 2023, extends support for programs that help people reenter society after being incarcerated until September 1, 2028. The bill also requires the Department of Corrections to monitor how well these programs prevent former inmates from returning to prison and to report their findings to state lawmakers. This affects individuals who have been released from prison and are participating in reentry programs aimed at reducing recidivism rates.

Official Summary

The act implements the recommendations of the department of regulatory agencies to continue to the offender reentry and education programs (programs) until September 1, 2028, subject to sunset review by the department of regulatory agencies. The act also requires the department of corrections to track the long-term recidivism rates of persons who were formerly incarcerated who participated in the programs. Finally, the act requires the department of corrections to report recidivism rates and data on all individuals who participate in reentry services and programs to the judiciary committees of the house and senate. APPROVED by Governor May 17, 2023 EFFECTIVE August 7, 2023 NOTE: This act was passed without a safety clause and takes effect 90 days after sine die. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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