Reducing Recidivism <> Jobs Fight Crime <> State Rep. Jason Fields Says He Will Introduce Legislation to Give Tax Credits to Companies That Hire Ex-Offenders. The Move Is Aimed at Reducing Prison Populations.

The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel › July 22, 2008

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The best way to reduce recidivism and minimize prison overcrowding is finding jobs for ex-offenders -- jobs that pay living wages.

State Rep. Jason Fields (D-Milwaukee) has a plan to offer tax credits to businesses that hire former prisoners. The goal is to make these men and women productive taxpaying citizens, which would have long-term benefits for the state.

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Reducing Recidivism <> Jobs Fight Crime <> State Rep. Jason Fields Says He Will Introduce Legislation to Give Tax Credits to Companies That Hire Ex-Offenders. The Move Is Aimed at Reducing Prison Populations.

Fields' proposal, which he plans to introduce as legislation, would offer tax breaks of up to $6,000 for bus...

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