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Establishing National Reentry Week to support former prisoners' return to society

This resolution aims to help formerly incarcerated individuals successfully reintegrate into their communities and find jobs. By improving access to housing, education, and mental health care, the goal is to reduce crime and lower prison costs.
Key points
Designates April 24-30 as 'National Reentry Week' every year.
Focuses on providing better access to halfway houses and housing resources upon release.
Promotes job training and education programs both during and after incarceration.
Aims to improve public safety by reducing the high rate of reoffending.
Encourages investment in community-based solutions for mental health and financial stability.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Recognizing the designation of the week of April 24 through April 30 as the annual "National Reentry Week".
Print number: HRES 1222
Sponsor: Rep. Kamlager-Dove, Sydney [D-CA-37]
Process start date: 2026-04-28