SR700

A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026, as "Fair Chance Jobs Month".

Introduced·4/29/26

A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026, as "Fair Chance Jobs Month".

The resolution expresses support for the designation of April 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026, as "Fair Chance Jobs Month." It highlights the challenges faced by returning citizens and formerly incarcerated individuals, including employment barriers, housing insecurity, and systemic biases. The resolution supports efforts to dismantle structural barriers, expand workforce development programs, and foster collaboration between various stakeholders to enhance fair-chance hiring and employment.

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Current
Health, Education, Labor, And Pensions Committee
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Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 29

Senate

Submitted in Senate

Apr 29

Senate

Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2134)