CD CORR-OFFENDER INITIATIVE

Amends the Unified Code of Corrections. Provides that moneys appropriated to the Department of Human Services shall be used by the Department to contract with counties or qualified programs to reimburse the counties and qualified programs for services delivered under the Offender Initiative Program and the Second Chance Probation Program. Provides that the Department of Human Services shall retain 5% of the appropriation for the costs associated with administering the services provided by the Department. Provides that expenditure of moneys under this provision is subject to audit by the Auditor General. Provides that the Department of Human Services shall report to the General Assembly by January 1, 2016 and by every following January 1 for as long as the services are available, detailing the impact of existing services, the need for continued services, and any recommendations for changes in services or in the reimbursement for services. Effective immediately.