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Haneef Salaam explains how a federal Clean Slate bill—championed by Del. U.S. lawmakers—would help Delawareans seal records from low‑level and marijuana offenses.

Clean Slate laws are helping remove barriers to jobs and housing for formerly incarcerated individuals, with new research showing significant benefits to public safety and economic stability.

Virginia lawmakers from both parties come together in a rare show of unity to pass a Clean Slate law, offering a second chance to thousands by sealing eligible criminal records and fostering bipartisan criminal justice reform.

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.

A proposed Maine bill aims to automatically seal certain misdemeanor criminal records, sparking debate over privacy rights, public access, and the balance between rehabilitation and transparency.

Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester reintroduces the bipartisan Clean Slate Act, aiming to automatically seal federal records of low-level, nonviolent offenses, including marijuana charges, to enhance job opportunities and provide second chances for millions of Americans.

Springfield city officials express strong support for Massachusetts' Clean Slate legislation, aiming to ease barriers faced by residents with criminal records and promote second chances.

During Second Chance Month, Senators Blunt Rochester and Paul introduce the Clean Slate Act—a bipartisan bill to automatically seal certain low-level criminal records, helping Americans access jobs, housing, and a fresh start.

Two Minnesota women share their journeys toward redemption as the state's new Clean Slate law begins expunging low-level criminal records, offering hope for better job and housing opportunities.