Recognizing the designation of the week of April 24 through April 30 as the annual "National Reentry Week".
National Reentry Week: Support for Formerly Incarcerated People
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Legislative Progress
This is a simple resolution, which is a statement of opinion by the House rather than a law that changes rules or spending. Most of these stay in committee and never receive a full vote.
Key Points
- This resolution officially recognizes April 24 through April 30 as National Reentry Week. It aims to draw attention to the millions of Americans who leave prison each year and the many obstacles they face when trying to rejoin their communities.
- The proposal highlights that the United States has the largest prison population in the world, with about 2 million people currently behind bars. It notes that incarceration costs federal and state governments over $140 billion every year.
- A major goal is to lower the 70 percent re-offending rate by improving access to housing, jobs, and mental health care. The resolution argues that helping people succeed after prison makes communities safer and saves taxpayer money.
- It encourages the Department of Justice and the Bureau of Prisons to host events and training programs. These efforts are meant to help formerly incarcerated people find stable lives and avoid returning to jail.
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Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Recognizing the designation of the week of April 24 through April 30 as the annual "National Reentry Week".
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