Recidivism Across All 50 States: Reentry Programs and Second Chance Highlights

The Second Chance Act (SCA), passed with overwhelming bipartisan support in 2008 and reauthorized in 2018, has paved the way for groundbreaking initiatives aimed at rebuilding lives and strengthening communities.

The Council of State Governments (CSG) Justice Center invites you to a Congressional Briefing where experts in the field will share nationwide recidivism data and highlight promising programs funded by the SCA.

Featured remarks from:

• Congressman Kelly Armstrong (R-ND)
• Congressman David Trone (D-MD)
• Congressman Danny K. Davis (D-IL)

Panel discussion with:

• Megan Quattlebaum, Director, CSG Justice Center (moderator)
• Cam Ward, Director, Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Parole
• Melissa Rothstein, Chief of External Affairs, Maryland Office of the Public Defender
• Malika Kidd, Project Manager, CSG Justice Center

Thursday, November 21, 2024
3:00-4:30pm
Rayburn House Office Building, Room 2075
Ice cream & refreshments provided