The purpose of this part is to evaluate the effectiveness of certain demonstration projects in helping to—

1. (1) alleviate the harm to children and primary caretaker parents caused by separation due to the incarceration of the parents;
2. (2) reduce recidivism rates of prisoners by encouraging strong and supportive family relationships; and
3. (3) explore the cost effectiveness of community correctional facilities.

(Pub. L. 103–322, title III, § 31902, Sept. 13, 1994, 108 Stat. 1892.)

Short Title For short title of this part as the “Family Unity Demonstration Project Act”, see section 31901 of Pub. L. 103–322, set out as a note under section 13701 of this title.