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Second Chance Month: Supporting Individuals with Criminal Records

This House Resolution supports designating April as “Second Chance Month.” The aim is to raise public awareness about the significant challenges faced by individuals with criminal records after serving their time, such as difficulties in finding employment or housing. The initiative encourages programs that help them reintegrate into society.
Key points
Highlights that individuals with criminal records often face barriers to employment, education, and housing, even after paying their debt to society.
Supports efforts to remove unnecessary legal and societal obstacles that prevent former prisoners from becoming productive members of society.
Encourages citizens to actively support programs and actions that promote awareness and offer a “second chance” to individuals with criminal records.
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Print number: 118_HRES_312
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Process start date: 2023-04-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Expressing support for the designation of April 2023 as "Second Chance Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_312.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Highlights that individuals with criminal records often face barriers to employment, education, and housing, even after paying their debt to society.
  • Supports efforts to remove unnecessary legal and societal obstacles that prevent former prisoners from becoming productive members of society.
  • Encourages citizens to actively support programs and actions that promote awareness and offer a “second chance” to individuals with criminal records.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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