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Easier Criminal Record Sealing: New Opportunities for Citizens

This act aims to make it easier for citizens to have old criminal records sealed or expunged. This can help individuals with past convictions access jobs, housing, and other opportunities more easily, fostering their social reintegration. States will receive financial aid to modernize their systems, making this process automatic and free of charge.
Key points
Facilitates automatic sealing or expungement of criminal records, without requiring fees.
States will receive grants to modernize systems for faster and more accessible record clearing.
Mandates reporting on the number of individuals whose records are sealed or expunged, disaggregated by race, ethnicity, and gender.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3111
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Laurel M. [R-FL-15]
Process start date: 2025-04-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fresh Start Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3111.

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 2025-04-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Facilitates automatic sealing or expungement of criminal records, without requiring fees.
  • States will receive grants to modernize systems for faster and more accessible record clearing.
  • Mandates reporting on the number of individuals whose records are sealed or expunged, disaggregated by race, ethnicity, and gender.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Lee, Laurel M. [R-FL-15].

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 2025-12-22.

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