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Springfield City Council and Advocates Rally for Clean Slate Legislation
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The Springfield City Council, alongside Clean Slate Massachusetts and local advocates, held a rally to support legislation that would automate the sealing of eligible criminal records. The event aimed to raise awareness of the barriers people face due to past convictions and the need for fairer, more accessible record-sealing processes. Councilors unanimously passed a resolution urging state lawmakers to advance the Clean Slate bills currently under review. Supporters emphasized how the proposed reforms could help thousands of residents move forward with employment, housing, and stability.
Springfield City Council and Advocates Rally for Clean Slate Legislation
Springfield City Council and advocates rallied to support Clean Slate bills that would automate the sealing of eligible criminal records, aiming to improve access to jobs, housing, and stability.
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