Search Results: keywords:"reintegration"

  • H. R. 10248 — To create a process for the expungement of pardoned Federal offenses.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:5,235

    H.R. 10248 aims to establish a process to erase the criminal records of individuals who have received a full, unconditional pardon from the President of the United States for federal offenses. The bill is named the "Weldon Angelos Presidential Pardon Expungements Act," inspired by the case of...

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    H.R. 10248 is a bill that wants to help people who have been forgiven by the President for doing something wrong by erasing that from their history books, so it’s easier for them to get jobs and be part of their community again. This is like hitting a reset button on their past mistakes so they can have a fresh start.

  • H. RES. 1162 — Expressing support for the designation of April 2024 as Second Chance Month.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:218

    H. RES. 1162 expresses support for making April 2024 “Second Chance Month” to recognize the importance of giving people with criminal records opportunities to reintegrate into society. It highlights the struggles faced by those returning from prison, such as finding jobs and housing, due to...

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    H. RES. 1162 wants April 2024 to be a special time called "Second Chance Month," where people understand how important it is to help those who were in prison find jobs and homes so they can happily join their communities again. This idea wants everyone to work together to make sure those who have finished their prison time get the same chances as everyone else.

  • S. RES. 652 — Designating April 2024 as Second Chance Month.
    Status:Agreed to Senate
    Words:222

    The resolution S. RES. 652 designates April 2024 as "Second Chance Month" in the United States. It acknowledges the challenges faced by individuals with criminal records, particularly regarding employment and education, due to legal and societal barriers. The resolution praises efforts by...

    Simple Explanation

    In April 2024, the United States wants everyone to think about giving people who have been in jail another chance in life. The law encourages us to help them find jobs and go to school so they can be a happy part of our society again.