SRES189Referred to Committee

A resolution expressing support for the designation of April 1, 2025, through April 30, 2025, as "Fair Chance Jobs Month".

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-04-30
Introduced
9
Cosponsors
SRES
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Sponsor

Edward J. Markey
Edward J. Markey
Democrat · MA · Senator
Votes with party: 85.3% (883 recorded votes)

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Cosponsors (9)

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Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S2717-2718)

2025-04-30

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Plain-English Summary

This resolution designates April 2025 as "Fair Chance Jobs Month" to raise awareness about employment opportunities for people with criminal records or other barriers to employment. The designation encourages employers, government agencies, and organizations to promote hiring practices that give people a second chance at employment regardless of their past. The resolution does not create any new laws or programs, but rather serves as a statement of support for fair hiring practices.

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Labor and Employment
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