State Rep. Virgil Fludd (D-Tyrone) expressed Monday his satisfaction with the passage of House Bill 828, which made it out of the House of Representatives with a 153-16 vote.
The legislation would provide an income tax credit of $2,500 per parolee per year to employers who hire individuals who have been granted parole within the preceding 12 months.
“Many criminal offenders find it difficult to find employment due to their past convictions,” said Fludd. “I believe everyone deserves a second chance, especially who have paid their debt to society. HB 828 offers those recently released from prison an opportunity to earn a living while reducing the overall tax liability for employers.”
The bill will now be sent to the Senate for consideration.
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