DESCRIPTION:
Section 225 of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) provides funds to assist incarcerated and institutionalized individuals to meet the performance goals of WIA. Much of the effort goes to helping these individuals transition back into society so as to reduce recidivism. The Programs are available in all county and municipal jails and correction centers.
AUTHORITY:
Federal Statute: Workforce Investment Act, Public Law 105-220, Title II
Federal Regulation: 20 CFR Parts 652 and Parts 660-671
State Statute:
State Regulation:
FUNDING SOURCE(S):
State-
Federal- $2.96m
Special Revenue-
Total- $2.96m