New legislation will guarantee gate money, vital identification documents, data reporting from CDOC, and transportation for people leaving incarceration
Denver, CO–February 19, 2026–The Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) celebrates the introduction of the Reentry Readiness Act (HB26-1256) –legislation that demands support and dignity for those returning home from incarceration. Over 6,000 people return from incarceration annually in Colorado and the state’s 3 year recidivism rate stands at 28%. The Reentry Readiness Act offers support to people leaving incarceration and enhances public safety by requiring financial and bureaucratic assistance from the Colorado Department of Corrections (CDOC) as well as oversight to ensure efficacy.
