The Consideration of Criminal Records in Occupational Licensing
This factsheet, produced by the CSG Justice Center’s National Reentry Resource Center in partnership with the National Employment Law Project, is designed to serve as an informational outline for policymakers and other stakeholders who want to learn more about obstacles that individuals with criminal records face when seeking employment due to state occupational licensing policies. The factsheet also provides background on collateral consequences and a primer on the impact of policies to reduce barriers to licensing, as well as cost and implementation considerations.
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Congress Approves Spending for Key Federal Criminal Justice Programs
On December 20, 2019, President Donald Trump approved funding for key criminal justice programs in FY2020.
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Creating a “Path of Achievement” Through Education in Corrections
Michigan is one of 17 states that not only offers advanced education opportunities behind bars, but also ensures that the programs offered inside correctional facilities translate to the skills employers need outside of them.
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As Jobs Market Struggles, Formerly Incarcerated are Prevented From Helping
Former inmates need jobs and employers are looking for workers. So where's the disconnect?
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