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GA SR1240
Resolution
Status
Passed
3/16/2010
Primary Sponsor
Donzella James
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AI Summary
- Recognizes April 2010 as "Criminal Justice: Second Chance/Re-Entry Month" at the Georgia state capitol, introduced by Senator James of the 35th District
- Highlights Georgia's high recidivism rate, attributing it in part to lack of education among offenders and socio-economic barriers to navigating the criminal justice system
- Calls for collaboration among federal and local government, businesses, health and education providers, faith-based organizations, and social services to ensure public safety and reduce recidivism
- Encourages communities and neighborhoods to support formerly incarcerated individuals in reestablishing their lives upon release
- Directs the Secretary of the Senate to distribute copies of the resolution to the public and the press
Legislative Description
Criminal Justice: Second Chance/Re-Entry Month at the state capitol; recognize
Last Action
Senate Read and Adopted
3/16/2010
Full Bill Text
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