A primary consideration for inmates to participate in the program is that they already have a source of employment. However, the board may endeavor to secure employment for eligible inmates under this subpart subject to all of the following:

1. (1) Wages shall be at least as high as the prevailing wage for similar work in the area.
2. (2) The employment shall not result in displacement of currently employed workers.
3. (3) Inmates eligible for work release shall not be employed as strike breakers or in impairment of any existing contract.
4. (4) Exploitation of eligible inmates in any form is prohibited.

(Act 2020-137, §1(h).)