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Congress·In Committee·H.Res. 289

Expressing support for the designation of April 2025 as "Second Chance Month".

Second Chance Month: Supporting People Reentering Society

This resolution is currently in the House Committee on the Judiciary for review. It is in the early stages of the legislative process and has no upcoming votes scheduled at this time. The bill is considered active as it waits for further consideration by the committee.

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Very likely to pass

This is a bipartisan resolution that does not cost money or change laws, making it very easy for the House to approve.

Key Points

  • This resolution asks the House of Representatives to officially name April 2025 as Second Chance Month. It aims to help people who have finished their prison sentences successfully move back into their communities.
  • The plan focuses on removing barriers that stop people with criminal records from finding jobs, getting an education, or renting a home. These obstacles often stay in place even after a person has paid their debt to society.
  • By raising awareness, the resolution hopes to reduce the number of people who end up back in prison. It encourages businesses, churches, and neighborhoods to give people a fair shot at starting over.
  • The resolution honors the work of local groups and employers who help former prisoners become productive members of society. It highlights that having a job is one of the best ways to prevent someone from committing another crime.

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Milestones

1 milestone2 actions
Apr 1, 2025House

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Apr 1, 2025

Submitted in House

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Expressing support for the designation of April 2025 as "Second Chance Month".

Bill NumberHRES 289
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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Cosponsors

(10)
D: 7R: 3

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