Blunt Rochester Revives Push for Clean Slate Act, Aims to Boost Jobs and Second Chances

Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester has renewed efforts to pass the Clean Slate Act, a bipartisan bill designed to automatically seal federal records of certain low-level, nonviolent offenses, notably including nonviolent marijuana-related charges. The legislation seeks to dismantle barriers to employment, housing, and education that many individuals face due to past convictions, even after serving their sentences. Emphasizing the bill's dual focus on justice and economic opportunity, Blunt Rochester highlights its potential to unlock workforce participation for millions, aligning with her broader Jobs Agenda. With backing from both Democratic and Republican lawmakers, the Clean Slate Act builds upon similar state-level initiatives, reflecting a growing national movement toward criminal justice reform and second chances.