DE SCR160

Proclaims April 2026 as "Second Chance Month" in Delaware, continuing recognitions made in 2024 and 2025

Acknowledges approximately 153,000 Delawareans have criminal conviction records, with about 2,145 released from prison annually

Highlights that nearly 1 in 3 adult Delawareans have a criminal record, often facing barriers to housing, employment, and voting rights after release

References Delaware's recent criminal justice reforms including expanded expungement availability, limits on juvenile prosecution, increased judicial sentencing discretion, and reduced professional licensing restrictions

Aims to increase public awareness and encourage individuals, employers, congregations, and communities to extend second chances to those with criminal records