In a rare display of bipartisan cooperation, Virginia lawmakers passed a Clean Slate law that will automate the sealing of certain criminal records, offering thousands of residents a second chance. The legislation had support from both Republican and Democratic leaders, as well as advocacy groups and business organizations. Supporters say the law will help people access jobs, housing, and education by removing barriers created by old records. The success in Virginia is being hailed as a model for other states pursuing criminal justice reform.virg

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