HCA says Medicaid reentry waiver is scaling up; dozens of county and DOC facilities to join July 1 HCA told the advisory committee that Apple Health began covering targeted prerelease services in July 2025 and that cohorts of jails and juvenile facilities have launched; HCA expects many Department of Corrections sites and 15 additional facilities to join a July 1 cohort, while noting technical, contracting and billing challenges for some counties.

Washington's Medicaid program is set to transform reentry services for incarcerated youth and adults, promising a lifeline of support as they prepare for release.

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Corrections Budget Hearing Focuses on Staffing, Transgender Housing and Delayed Reentry Center DLS analysts and DPSCS leaders told the subcommittee the corrections allowance falls by about $23 million while the department faces rising inmate population compared with pre‑pandemic trends, staffing shortages and scrutiny over the treatment of transgender incarcerated people and delayed women's prerelease facilities; unions and advocates urged more staff and data transparency.

Maryland's corrections budget is taking a hit while the inmate population rises, raising urgent questions about staffing, transgender care, and delayed reentry services.

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Senate committee advances 10 corrections-related bills, reporting most to finance The Senate Standing Committee on Crime Victims, Crime and Correction, chaired by Senator Salazar, moved all 10 bills on its agenda — ranging from educational leave and telephone-notice before transfers to reintegration pilots and water testing — with most items reported to finance or recorded for further action.

The Senate is taking major steps to reform correctional policies with 10 new bills aimed at improving reentry services, educational opportunities, and victim notifications.

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Utah Department of Corrections warns proposed reductions would weaken reentry services and strain operations The Utah Department of Corrections told the appropriations subcommittee that proposed reductions — including $4.6M tied to a Behavioral Health Treatment Center and $2.6M tied to Orange Street reentry facility — would undermine reentry and either lengthen stays or push people into homelessness, and warned against removing funds tied to HB412.

Utah's corrections chief warns that proposed budget cuts could force women back to prison or onto the streets, jeopardizing vital reentry services.

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New Hanover County approves $1-per-year lease for STAR Center to expand detox and reentry beds The county approved a 9½-year nominal lease with LINC to operate the STAR Center as a 36-bed medical detox and stabilization facility; LINC will use 20 beds for transitional housing and RHA will occupy space. Operations are expected in spring.

New Hanover County has just approved a groundbreaking $1-per-year lease for a new STAR Center that will provide essential medical detox and stabilization services to those in need.

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Louisiana parole panel hears multiple cases, denies several requests citing law‑enforcement opposition The Louisiana Committee on Parole met in Baton Rouge on Dec. 8, 2025, and denied parole requests in several hearings after hearing family testimony, reentry‑program offers and strong law‑enforcement opposition. Panelists repeatedly cited public‑safety concerns, outstanding program requirements and victim opposition.

In a decisive meeting, the Louisiana Committee on Parole denied multiple requests for parole, emphasizing strong law enforcement opposition and public safety concerns.

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County outlines reentry services and AB109-funded programs; board asks for outcome metrics beyond recidivism The Office of Diversion and Reentry reported the two reentry centers served roughly 33,000 interactions and that AB109-funded programs facilitated 5,000+ treatment admissions with 57% successful exits; supervisors asked for standardized measures (employment, housing, health, social reintegration) and directed staff to return with measurable metrics

Santa Clara County's reentry centers are making waves with nearly 33,000 service interactions and a remarkable 57% success rate in treatment discharges—how are they transforming lives?

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House Judiciary Committee reports three bills and adopts H-3 substitute to HB 4211 The Michigan House Judiciary Committee voted to report House Bills 4481, 4482 and 4483 out of committee and adopted substitute H-3 to House Bill 4211, which clarifies qualifying events for resentencing and permits reentry service funds to be spent for newly clarified cases.

The Michigan House Judiciary Committee just took a significant step forward by reporting three pivotal bills and adopting a crucial substitute that could reshape reentry services for many individuals.

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Committee approves H‑3 substitute clarifying resentencing eligibility and reentry funding The committee adopted Substitute H‑3 to House Bill 4211, which clarifies qualifying events for resentencing under recent case law and aims to allow spending on reentry services for those eligible. Supporters from ACLU, sentencing reform groups and reentry providers submitted cards of support.

The House Judiciary Committee's unanimous vote on House Bill 4211 could transform the lives of 70 to 80 individuals by clarifying resentencing eligibility and funding reentry services.

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County outlines unified reentry and ATI strategy; plans public annual report Office of Diversion and Reentry Services presented an updated approach to consolidate reentry services, alternatives to incarceration workgroup recommendations, treatment‑court improvements and CalAIM Justice Initiative efforts into a multi‑year reentry and ATI strategic plan. Staff will return with a draft in January and seek board adoption in 202

Santa Clara County is uniting its reentry and alternatives-to-incarceration strategies to create a comprehensive plan aimed at transforming the justice system.

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Reentry Services Strengthen Community Support for Homeless Women in Douglas County Douglas County agencies collaborate to support homeless women with tailored reentry services.

Douglas County is transforming lives through community collaboration, providing essential support for residents facing housing insecurity and empowering them on their journey to recovery.

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Welcome Home Oregon secures funding for prison reentry support services Welcome Home Oregon receives $71,100 to aid individuals transitioning from prison to society.

Josephine County is stepping up to support individuals transitioning from incarceration with crucial funding for services aimed at rebuilding lives and promoting successful reintegration into society.

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Pennsylvania Assembly passes House Bill 282 to reform medical assistance for inmates Legislators amend medical assistance laws to aid inmates' reentry and health services.

Pennsylvania just took a monumental step towards reforming medical assistance for inmates, paving the way for better health services and smoother reentry into society!

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Alaska reentry coalitions unite to support HB 35 for inmate digital access Coalitions advocate for expanded digital access to aid inmate reentry and reduce recidivism.

Alaska's Senate is debating a groundbreaking bill that could revolutionize reentry services for formerly incarcerated individuals by leveraging technology and education to promote safer communities.

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Santa Clara County reviews reentry services for state prison releasees County officials present strategies for successful reentry of parolees into the community.

Santa Clara County is taking bold steps to support parolees as they reintegrate into society, aiming to reduce recidivism and enhance community safety through innovative reentry services.

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Rhode Island committee supports House Bill for free birth certificates post-incarceration House Bill 5349 aims to provide free vital documents for Rhode Islanders reentering society.

Rhode Island is taking bold steps towards criminal justice reform, with new bills aimed at reducing mass incarceration and easing reentry for former inmates.

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Sheriff's Offices launch CDL program and community support initiatives in Massachusetts Massachusetts officials expand reentry services and CDL training to support formerly incarcerated individuals.

Worcester County's innovative music program is not just about melodies—it's reconnecting families and transforming lives post-incarceration.

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New Case Manager Eric Hagee joins service center to enhance client connections Eric Hagee starts as new case manager, focusing on connecting clients to resources.

Big changes are coming to St. Croix County as new case manager Eric Hagee steps up to strengthen support for clients navigating recovery challenges!

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San Francisco Library secures $1.9M grant to enhance jail reentry services Library expands grant-funded positions to improve services for incarcerated individuals until 2027.

San Francisco Public Library just secured a groundbreaking $1.9 million grant to transform the lives of incarcerated individuals and support their journey back to society!

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