Assessing Community College Programs at State Prisons

Jul 1, 2024 - Overall, we found that these education programs have several positive aspects but also a number of problems and missed opportunities. Anecdotally, Both Students and Staff Cite Benefits of Prison Education.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4913

The 2025-26 Budget: California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation

Feb 25, 2025 - The proposal includes 21.6 custody positions, which would be assigned to housing units to engage with residents to build trust, rapport, and help them navigate rehabilitative opportunities at the  prison.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4986

The 2024-25 Spending Plan: Judiciary and Criminal Justice

Sep 10, 2024 - (The program provides opportunities for formerly incarcerated individuals to serve as life coaches and mentors for the incarcerated population.) The remaining $12  million will be used to construct spaces for outdoor recreation and programming at SQ.
https://lao.ca.gov/Publications/Report/4924