§354D-1  Finding and purpose.  The
legislature finds that the number and types of programs operated by the
department of public safety shall be expanded to provide a comprehensive work
program for inmates.  The full development of inmate employment opportunities
shall be expanded to enable correctional industries programs to operate in a
cost-effective manner.



The purpose of this chapter is to:



(1)  Establish the correctional industries program to
allow expanded industries programs to generate revenue to sustain its operation
and allow for capital investment.  The program should be structured to allow
for the increased involvement of correctional industries in providing specific
training skills for offenders that increase their employment prospects after release;



(2)  Develop industries that provide a maximum level
of work for all qualified, able-bodied inmates;



(3)  Provide an environment for the operation of
correctional industries similar to that of a private business operation;



(4)  Encourage cooperative training ventures between
the correctional industries program and the private sector; and



(5)  Provide for low-cost construction, renovation,
and repairs of facilities, grounds, furniture, vehicles, and equipment for
private nonprofit social service, education, and health agencies and programs.
[L 1990, c 341, pt of §1; am L 1991, c 256, §1]