Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress Senate Bill SR652

Introduced
4/18/24  

Caption

A resolution designating April 2024 as "Second Chance Month".

Impact

By officially designating April as 'Second Chance Month,' SR652 aims to enhance public awareness regarding the challenges individuals with criminal records face upon their reentry into society. The resolution calls on governmental entities, nonprofits, and community organizations to work collaboratively in removing unnecessary barriers to employment and education, thus fostering opportunities for individuals who have served their sentences. This legislative move seeks to improve community safety as well, given that successful reentry significantly correlates with reduced recidivism rates.

Summary

SR652 is a resolution that designates April 2024 as 'Second Chance Month' in the United States. The resolution emphasizes the importance of providing individuals with criminal records second chances as a means to promote social reintegration and to honor the dignity of every person. It highlights that a significant population in the U.S., consisting of millions with criminal records, faces numerous legal and societal barriers, referred to as 'collateral consequences,' which hinder their ability to fully participate in society, particularly in terms of employment, housing, and education.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding SR652 is generally positive, with strong bipartisan support for its implications on rehabilitation and reintegration. Legislators and advocates recognize the merits of emphasizing second chances, underscoring that everyone should have the opportunity for redemption. However, there may be contention in terms of how effectively the proposed awareness initiatives and community efforts will translate into tangible changes against existing barriers faced by individuals with criminal records.

Contention

While the resolution itself does not propose specific legislative changes, it serves as a platform for broader discussions on addressing systemic issues related to criminal records. Notable points of contention may arise regarding the effectiveness of current state laws that impose collateral consequences and whether they will be reformed to better accommodate the principles of second chances as articulated in SR652. Ongoing debates in various communities about balancing public safety with the rights and rehabilitation of former offenders remain critical areas of focus as April approaches.

Companion Bills

US HR312

Related Expressing support for the designation of April 2023 as "Second Chance Month".

US SR193

Related A resolution designating April 2023 as "Second Chance Month".

US HR1162

Related Expressing support for the designation of April 2024 as "Second Chance Month".

Previously Filed As

US SR149

A resolution designating April 2025 as "Second Chance Month".

US SR193

A resolution designating April 2023 as "Second Chance Month".

US HR1162

Expressing support for the designation of April 2024 as "Second Chance Month".

US HR312

Expressing support for the designation of April 2023 as "Second Chance Month".

US HR289

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

US SR644

A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 1, 2024, through April 30, 2024, as "Fair Chance Jobs Month".

US SR189

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

US SCR43

Recognizes April 2021 as Second Chance Month.

US SR651

A resolution designating April 2024 as "Preserving and Protecting Local News Month" and recognizing the importance and significance of local news.

US SCR31

Proclaiming April 2025 As "second Chance Month" In The State Of Delaware.

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