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DE SCR90
Concurrent Resolution
Status
4/12/2022
Primary Sponsor
Darius Brown
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AI Summary
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Proclaims April 2022 as "Second Chance Month" in Delaware to recognize opportunities for individuals with criminal records to rebuild their lives.
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Acknowledges that approximately 77 million Americans have criminal records and over 600,000 individuals return to communities from state and federal prisons annually.
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Highlights Delaware's criminal justice reforms including expanded expungements, limited prosecution of children under 12, electronic recording of interrogations, and lessened restrictions on professional licensure.
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Recognizes that meaningful employment is a significant predictor of successful reentry and reducing recidivism.
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Aligns with President Biden's March 31, 2022 proclamation of April 2022 as Second Chance Month and continues Delaware's 2021 recognition of this observance.
Legislative Description
Proclaiming April 2022 As "second Chance Month" In The State Of Delaware.
Last Action
Passed In House by Voice Vote
4/14/2022