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Easier Higher Education Access for Individuals with Criminal Records

This act aims to remove criminal and juvenile justice questions from higher education admission applications. This will help individuals with such histories reintegrate into society by increasing their chances of obtaining education and stable employment. Colleges will receive guidance and training on how to handle such information without discriminating against applicants.
Key points
Colleges will be encouraged to remove criminal history questions from admission forms.
If an institution chooses to inquire about such history, it must do so transparently and after an admission decision, and provide staff training.
A resource center will be established with best practices for colleges to support students with criminal or juvenile justice histories.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_2634
Sponsor: Sen. Schatz, Brian [D-HI]
Process start date: 2021-08-05