The same as for any other citizen. If he has worked and is now laid off, he is likely eligible for unemployment benefits. If he is disabled, he has a right to apply for and wait for benefits like everyone else. If he is employed, he has a right to whatever benefits package that employer offers same as all of the employees.
He is not entitled to any benefits, state or federal, simply because he is being released from incarceration.
Ex-convicts (who are still felons) and ex-felons (who have had their felony convictions overturned) can own their own business, yes.
are there any gov. loans for small businesses for ex-felons”
No
Does school bus driving companies hire ex felons with drug conviction
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NO, They will not!!
There are many companies like Hertz and Enterprise that will hire ex felons. American Airlines and Delta also hire ex felons. Marriott, Hilton and Wendy's also hire felons. Be honest and keep trying and you should be able to get a job.
Yes
No, as of 2014 ex-felons in the state of Florida cannot adopt children. Adoption requires extensive background checks and felony records are not acceptable.
Yes.
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You will need to consult a lawyer.