A new bill introduced in New York state would allow inmates to collect around $2,600 after they leave prison to help them get back on their feet.
A new bill introduced by New York state lawmakers would offer inmates leaving prison around $2,600 in an effort to help them get back on their feet. The legislation, introduced by State Senator Kevin Parker and Assemblyman Eddie Gibbs, would allow inmates to collect around $400 each month over six months once they leave prison. As the bill currently stands, there are no limitations on how or where the money can be spent, according to Fox 5 New York.
Borrello said he is strongly opposing the bill and that the state should prioritize other legislation over giving out money to inmates being released. 'My colleagues seem to think that these are folks that are a victim of circumstances,' Borrello said. 'You chose to commit a crime in New York State. If you really are concerned about how much money you're going to have in your pocket when you leave prison, then don't go there to begin with.
Samra Haider of The Center for Employment Opportunities, which is backing the bill, said providing more money to inmates leaving prison has proven to cut down on recidivism by almost 30%. 'It just helps them give a little breathing room to allow them to focus on their job search, re-acclimate to the community, and so we think that will really help an individual's reentry home from prison,' Haider said.
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