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• United States Code
• TITLE 42 - THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND WELFARE
• CHAPTER 136 - VIOLENT CRIME CONTROL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
• SUBCHAPTER II - CRIME PREVENTION
• PART I - FAMILY UNITY DEMONSTRATION PROJECT

      The purpose of this part is to evaluate the effectiveness of
    certain demonstration projects in helping to - 
        (1) alleviate the harm to children and primary caretaker
      parents caused by separation due to the incarceration of the
      parents;
        (2) reduce recidivism rates of prisoners by encouraging strong
      and supportive family relationships; and
        (3) explore the cost effectiveness of community correctional
      facilities.