Department of Labor Funds Correctional Employment Centers
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced earlier this month it has funded $10 million in grants for projects in 20 communities in 14 states to provide comprehensive pre-release services to inmates as well as ongoing support as they re-enter their communities. The grants were supported by the "Linking to Employment Activities Pre-Release" or "LEAP" initiative.
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