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New York Becomes 12th State to Pass "Clean Slate" Record Clearance Policy
“We applaud New York lawmakers for reaching an agreement and supporting this common-sense policy. Over 2.3 million people have a record in New York, but only .2% of eligible people have cleared their records under the current system.

More states pushing 'Clean Slate' legislation to clear former convicts
More states pushing 'Clean Slate' legislation to clear former convicts.

Lawmakers Discuss Ways to Make Clearing a Criminal Record Easier
Many ‘clean slate’ programs automatically seal arrest and conviction records after people have completed their sentences and remained crime-free.

How "second chance" laws could transform the US justice system
How "second chance" laws could transform the US justice system.

John Legend knows the obstacles of life after prison. He wants you to know them too
John Legend speaks on the obstacles of life after prison.

Statement on the Introduction of the Clean Slate Act of 2023
On Thursday, April 27, 2023, the Clean Slate Act and the Fresh Start Act were introduced in U.S. House of Representatives with bipartisan sponsorship.

We All Deserve Redemption
Sheena Meade describes the necessity to care about second chances for people living with records.