DelawareDelaware lawmakers recognize April 2026 as Second Chance Month
Delaware lawmakers recognized April 2026 as Second Chance Month, drawing attention to people with criminal records and the barriers they face.
What it does
Delaware lawmakers recognized April 2026 as Second Chance Month. The resolution highlights barriers people with criminal records face when looking for housing and work.
Argument forThe recognition could prompt employers and communities to offer opportunities to people with criminal records who struggle to find work.
Argument againstPeople facing housing and job barriers might see little direct help because the resolution only recognizes a month.
More detail
Delaware's Senate and House recognized April 2026 as Second Chance Month. The recognition covers Delaware and draws attention to people with criminal records.
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Where it stands
- Introduced
- Passed 1st Chamber
- Passed 2nd Chamber
Looking ahead
No hearings or votes scheduled.
History
- 2026
- Mar 26Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
- Vote recorded Consent Calendar Number 19. Result: pass.Lower
- Mar 25Passed By Senate. Votes: 20 YES 1 ABSENTPassed 1st Chamber
- Vote recorded Passage. Result: pass.Upper
- Mar 25Introduced in SenateIntroduced
- Mar 26Passed In House by Voice VotePassed 2nd Chamber
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