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GJP Helps Secure Major First Offender and Food Stamp Reforms
April 19, 2016 in Legislative Updates
On March 24th, the gavels in both the House and Senate sounded and the 2016 Georgia legislative session came to an end. I am pleased to announce that this session was a success for GJP and for thousands of returning citizens across Georgia. Below is a summary of the legislative victories achieved. Senate Bill 367 SB 367 implements the recommendations of the Georgia Council on Criminal Justice Reform. After the bill passed the Senate in February, a House committee added a … read more GJP Helps Secure Major First Offender and Food Stamp Reforms
Atlanta City Council Approves “Ban the Box” Ordinance
October 8, 2014 in Articles, Legislative Updates
On Monday, October 6th the Atlanta City Council voted to approve a “ban the box” ordinance that gives applicants with criminal records a fair chance at a job with the city by allowing them to wait to answer questions about their criminal history until after they have been interviewed. Though the City of Atlanta removed the question from the employment application in January of last year, it was extremely important to formalize the City’s commitment to this fair hiring policy … read more Atlanta City Council Approves “Ban the Box” Ordinance
Reentry Bills Effective July 1, 2014
July 2, 2014 in News, Legislative Updates
Senate Bill 365 Governor Deal signed SB 365 on April 13th. The new laws eliminate the automatic suspension of drivers’ licenses for some drug offenses, create a Certificate of Program and Treatment Completion to demonstrate an individual’s positive steps toward reentry, and protect employers that hire people with either the Certificate of Program and Treatment Completion or a pardon. House Bill 845 Governor Deal signed HB 845 on April 24th. The new Law prohibits the online posting of booking photos … read more Reentry Bills Effective July 1, 2014
Governor Nathan Deal signs SB 365 into law on April 13, 2014
April 15, 2014 in News, Articles, Legislative Updates
Gov. Nathan Deal signed SB 365 on April 13, 2014, which will help rehabilitated offenders re-enter into society by removing barriers to employment, housing and education. Read the full article here: https://gov.georgia.gov/press-releases/2014-04-13/governor-signs-third-leg-criminal-justice-reform
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