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Fresh Start Act of 2022
12/30/2022, 4:18 AM
Summary of Bill HR 6667
The Fresh Start Act of 2022, also known as Bill 117 hr 6667, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide individuals with a criminal record the opportunity to have their records sealed or expunged in order to help them reintegrate into society and have a fresh start.
The bill outlines a process by which individuals who have completed their sentence and met certain criteria can petition the court to have their criminal records sealed or expunged. This would make it easier for them to find employment, housing, and other opportunities that may be hindered by their criminal history.
Additionally, the Fresh Start Act of 2022 includes provisions for the establishment of reentry programs and services to help individuals successfully reintegrate into society after serving their sentence. These programs may include job training, counseling, and other support services to help individuals rebuild their lives and avoid reoffending. Overall, the Fresh Start Act of 2022 aims to give individuals with a criminal record a second chance and the opportunity to move forward with their lives in a positive way. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo changes before being voted on.
The bill outlines a process by which individuals who have completed their sentence and met certain criteria can petition the court to have their criminal records sealed or expunged. This would make it easier for them to find employment, housing, and other opportunities that may be hindered by their criminal history.
Additionally, the Fresh Start Act of 2022 includes provisions for the establishment of reentry programs and services to help individuals successfully reintegrate into society after serving their sentence. These programs may include job training, counseling, and other support services to help individuals rebuild their lives and avoid reoffending. Overall, the Fresh Start Act of 2022 aims to give individuals with a criminal record a second chance and the opportunity to move forward with their lives in a positive way. It is currently being debated in Congress and may undergo changes before being voted on.
Congressional Summary of HR 6667
Fresh Start Act of 2022
This bill establishes a federal statutory process to expunge records related to certain nonviolent criminal offenses.
The bill defines the nonviolent offenses eligible for expungement; it establishes qualifications for an eligible offender; and it sets forth procedures for filing an expungement petition.
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Current Status of Bill HR 6667
Bill HR 6667 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2022. Bill HR 6667 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 9, 2022. Bill HR 6667's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6667
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
26Democrat Cosponsors
26Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6667
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6667
Fresh Start Act of 2022
Fresh Start Act of 2022
To permit expungement of records of certain nonviolent criminal offenses, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 6667
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