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H.Res. 281

ResolutionFederalHouseIn Committee
Expressing support for designation of April 2017 as "Second Chance Month".
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Committee
Latest Action · April 26, 2017
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Congress
115th (2017–2019)
Introduced
April 26, 2017
Sponsor
Rep. Tony CárdenasD
Cosponsors (14)
7D 7R
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Honors the work of communities, governmental entities, nonprofit organizations, congregations, employers, and individuals to remove unnecessary legal and societal barriers that prevent an individual with a criminal record from becoming a productive member of society. Calls on the people of the United States to observe Second Chance Month through actions and programs that promote awareness of collateral consequences and provide closure for individuals who have paid their debts.

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