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North Dakota Lawmakers Expand Access to Second Chances
In April 2025, North Dakota lawmakers approved HB 1166, legislation that expands the eligibility of those who are eligible to have a record sealed after making a mistake and being held accountable.
Advocates Applaud Maryland’s Victory for Second Chances
Today, Maryland lawmakers took a significant step toward justice and opportunity by passing the Expungement Reform Act of 2025 (SB 432), clarifying that probation violations should not disqualify people from having otherwise eligible records sealed, which has been the state’s practice since a court ruling in 2022. Learn more in this statement from Sheena Meade, CEO.
Statement on the Introduction of the Clean Slate Act of 2023
On Thursday, April 27, 2023, the Clean Slate Act and the Fresh Start Act were introduced in U.S. House of Representatives with bipartisan sponsorship.
