Playing the Long Game: Improving Criminal Justice in Texas
This publication, from The CSG Justice Center, chronicles the many criminal justice reforms that the Texas legislature has enacted over the past 30 years that shape policy through data analysis; focus on people with mental illnesses in the justice system; and improve distinct components of the system, from indigent defense to parole.
Congress recently approved a $1.4 trillion omnibus spending package for 2021 and a $900 billion COVID-19 relief package.
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President Biden submitted his first discretionary budget request to Congress, which outlines his funding priorities for the 2022…
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BJA is accepting applications for funding under the Second Chance Act to enhance corrections systems’ ability to address…
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Federal Spending and Pandemic Relief Package Signed into Law
Congress recently approved a $1.4 trillion omnibus spending package for 2021 and a $900 billion COVID-19 relief package.
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President Biden’s 2022 Budget Request Prioritizes Mental Health Services, Racial Equity Initiatives, and Workforce Development
President Biden submitted his first discretionary budget request to Congress, which outlines his funding priorities for the 2022 fiscal year, including several important investments related to the criminal and juvenile justice system.
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Funding Spotlight: Adult Reentry Education, Employment, Treatment, and Recovery Programs
BJA is accepting applications for funding under the Second Chance Act to enhance corrections systems’ ability to address the substance use treatment needs of people who are incarcerated as well as expand education and employment programs that emphasize strong partnerships with corrections, parole, probation, education, workforce development, and reentry service providers.
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