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Virginia is Finally Giving People a Real Second Chance
An opinion column from The Virginian-Pilot explores the significance of Virginia’s Clean Slate law and its promise to expand opportunity statewide. The piece highlights how automated record sealing can help eligible people with records overcome barriers to employment, housing, and economic mobility. It also reflects on the broader impact of removing long-standing obstacles to rebuilding lives. The column underscores the importance of policies that create lasting pathways to second chances.
Kehoe Signs 19 Bills Into Missouri Law, Including Automatic Expungement of Some Crimes
Missouri expands record-clearing reform as Gov. Kehoe signs legislation advancing automated expungement for eligible offenses.
Missouri's Clean Slate Reform: A Boost for Business
An article explores how Missouri’s Clean Slate reform benefits businesses by expanding workforce opportunities through record-clearing reform.
Governor Kehoe Signs Clean Slate Into Law as Part of Missouri Public Safety Package
Governor Mike Kehoe has signed SB 1421, an omnibus public safety bill that includes Clean Slate provisions, establishing an automated record sealing system and making Missouri the 14th state to pass a Clean Slate law.
