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S. 1690 (97th)

A bill to require States to assure that prisoners have a marketable job skill and basic literacy before releasing them on parole.

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1 October 1981

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Committee on Judiciary received executive comment from Office of the Attorney General.

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Summary

Declares that State prison authorities have an obligation to provide prisoners with a marketable job skill and basic literacy. Prohibits parole authorities from releasing State prisoners sentenced to two years' or more imprisonment unless this obligation has been met. Directs the U.S. Attorney General to set forth regulations to carry out this Act, including a determination of what constitutes "marketable job skill" and "basic literacy." Establishes a State Prison Vocational Skills Advisory Council to advise the Attorney General. Conditions Federal assistance for State prison programs on compliance with this Act.

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