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Fair Chance Jobs Month: Supporting Employment for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals.

The US Senate supports designating April 2025 as "Fair Chance Jobs Month" to address systemic barriers faced by people with conviction records in accessing stable employment. The resolution advocates for dismantling legal and licensing restrictions that prevent returning citizens from securing jobs, housing, and healthcare. This effort is crucial for reducing high recidivism rates by facilitating successful societal reintegration through quality employment opportunities.
Key points
Support for expanding job training and workforce development programs to help formerly incarcerated individuals secure stable, high-quality employment.
Advocacy for removing structural barriers, such as occupational licensing restrictions, that currently block millions of people from working in various professions.
Encouraging employers to adopt fair-chance hiring practices, leveraging incentives like tax credits to benefit from a diverse and resilient workforce.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_SRES_189
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2025-04-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 1, 2025, through April 30, 2025, as "Fair Chance Jobs Month".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_SRES_189.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-04-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Support for expanding job training and workforce development programs to help formerly incarcerated individuals secure stable, high-quality employment.
  • Advocacy for removing structural barriers, such as occupational licensing restrictions, that currently block millions of people from working in various professions.
  • Encouraging employers to adopt fair-chance hiring practices, leveraging incentives like tax credits to benefit from a diverse and resilient workforce.
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 Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-31.

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