The Second Chance Act (Fact Sheet)
Nearly all of the 2.2 million people incarcerated in the United States will be released at some point. People who are returning to their communities after prison or jail have complex challenges and needs that contribute to the likelihood that they may be reincarcerated. Since 2009, more than 800 Second Chance Act grant awards have been made to government agencies and nonprofits for reentry programming designed to provide services that can help reduce recidivism and increase public safety.
After months of delays and negotiations, Congress recently approved a $1.5 trillion omnibus spending package for Fiscal Year…
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For millions of Americans who have criminal records, finding meaningful and stable employment can be a significant challenge.
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The Council of State Governments Justice Center applauds members of the U.S. Senate for introducing the Justice and…
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Federal Spending Bill Funds Key Criminal Justice Programs
After months of delays and negotiations, Congress recently approved a $1.5 trillion…
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New Partnership Will Increase Employment Opportunities for People with Criminal Records
For millions of Americans who have criminal records, finding meaningful and stable…
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Senators Introduce Legislation to Help People with Mental Health Needs
The Council of State Governments Justice Center applauds members of the U.S.
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Apply Now for Short-Term, Free Police-Mental Health Collaboration Support in 2022
The Council of State Governments (CSG) Justice Center invites you to apply to receive free intensive training and technical assistance (TA) through the Law Enforcement-Mental Health Collaboration Support Center. With support from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance, this TA opportunity will take place through August 2022 and will involve a minimum of five formal TA contacts. These will be developed in coordination between the site receiving assistance and its CSG Justice Center TA provider. TA can include, but is not limited to, focus-group facilitation with stakeholders such as community partners, virtual or in-person training, consultation with national experts on police-mental health collaboration (PMHC) issue areas, policy review, and peer connections.
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