Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to promote workforce development by educating employers about the advantages of second-chance hiring, which involves employing individuals with a conviction record. This initiative seeks to inform businesses about the potential benefits and incentives they can receive under state and federal law for hiring these individuals.

Main Provisions

• Funding Allocation: The bill proposes an appropriation of $200,000 for fiscal year 2026 and another $200,000 for fiscal year 2027.
• Education Campaign: The funds will be used by the commissioner of employment and economic development for a statewide education campaign.
• Informational Resources: The campaign will include creating an informational website and setting up a hotline service to assist employers in understanding second-chance hiring benefits and incentives.
• One-Time Appropriation: The allocated funds are designated as a one-time appropriation specifically for this campaign.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This bill introduces a new educational outreach initiative regarding second-chance hiring, supplemented by state funding, which was not previously specified in existing law.

Relevant Terms

• Workforce development
• Second-chance hiring
• Conviction record
• Incentives
• Education campaign
• Informational website
• Hotline service
• One-time appropriation