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A resolution designating April 2024 as "Second Chance Month".
5/14/2024, 2:21 PM
Summary of Bill SRES 652
Bill 118 S.Res. 652, also known as the "Second Chance Month" resolution, aims to designate April 2024 as a month dedicated to recognizing and supporting individuals who are seeking a second chance in life. The resolution highlights the importance of providing opportunities for redemption and rehabilitation to those who have made mistakes in the past.
The resolution emphasizes the need for policies and programs that help individuals reintegrate into society after serving their time in prison or facing other consequences for their actions. It also calls for increased awareness and support for initiatives that promote second chances, such as job training, education, and mental health services.
By designating April as "Second Chance Month," the resolution seeks to raise awareness about the challenges faced by individuals with criminal records and the importance of giving them a chance to rebuild their lives. It also encourages communities, businesses, and organizations to support efforts to help these individuals succeed and contribute positively to society. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 652 is a non-partisan effort to promote redemption, rehabilitation, and second chances for individuals who have faced adversity in the past. It underscores the belief that everyone deserves a chance to turn their lives around and make a positive impact on their communities.
The resolution emphasizes the need for policies and programs that help individuals reintegrate into society after serving their time in prison or facing other consequences for their actions. It also calls for increased awareness and support for initiatives that promote second chances, such as job training, education, and mental health services.
By designating April as "Second Chance Month," the resolution seeks to raise awareness about the challenges faced by individuals with criminal records and the importance of giving them a chance to rebuild their lives. It also encourages communities, businesses, and organizations to support efforts to help these individuals succeed and contribute positively to society. Overall, Bill 118 S.Res. 652 is a non-partisan effort to promote redemption, rehabilitation, and second chances for individuals who have faced adversity in the past. It underscores the belief that everyone deserves a chance to turn their lives around and make a positive impact on their communities.
Congressional Summary of SRES 652
This resolution designates April 2024 as Second Chance Month to promote awareness of unnecessary legal and social barriers that prevent individuals with criminal records from becoming productive members of society.
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Current Status of Bill SRES 652
Bill SRES 652 is currently in the status of Passed in Senate since May 2, 2024. Bill SRES 652 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on April 18, 2024. Bill SRES 652's most recent activity was Resolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (text: 4/18/2024 CR S2889-2890) as of May 2, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill SRES 652
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill SRES 652
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementPotential Impact Areas
- Commemorative events and holidays
- Congressional tributes
- Criminal justice information and records
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
Alternate Title(s) of Bill SRES 652
A resolution designating April 2024 as "Second Chance Month".
A resolution designating April 2024 as "Second Chance Month".
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of SRES 652
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