May 17, 2024
On May 17, 2024, Governor Kay Ivey signed Senate Bill 162 into law, reestablishing the Study Commission on Interagency Cooperation and Collaboration on the Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Formerly Incarcerated Individuals. This significant step follows the commission’s two-year collaboration process, which concluded in 2023 with a final report of recommendations to strengthen reentry efforts and enhance collaboration among state agencies.
As a result of these recommendations, Alabama proudly became the second state in the nation to launch the Reentry 2030 initiative. The reestablished commission is ready to drive the state toward the ambitious goals set by Reentry 2030, including a 50% reduction in recidivism by 2030 and a significant increase in participation in workforce development services.
The new legislation also mandates the formation of strategic partnerships aimed at expanding access to career pathways for people returning from incarceration, ensuring they have the support and opportunities needed for successful reintegration into their communities.