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BillSRES 668 · 119

A resolution designating April 2026 as "Second Chance Month".

Introduced
Apr 14, 2026
Cosponsors
5
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 28, 2026

Bill Summary

Designates April 2026 as Second Chance Month, recognizing the importance of helping people who have committed crimes to reintegrate into society. Requires the government to acknowledge the need for second chances for these individuals.

Sponsored By

Amy Klobuchar
Democrat · Minnesota · Senate

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 14, 2026
  2. Apr 28, 2026You Are Here

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  3. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This resolution affects individuals who have been incarcerated or have committed crimes, as well as their families and communities, by promoting awareness and support for their reintegration into society. It also impacts organizations that provide rehabilitation and reentry services by raising awareness about their work.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
6backers
  • Democratic3
  • Republican3
Cross-party cosponsors3 · 60%

Documents

1

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Cosponsors (5)

Bill Details

Bill TypeSenate Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeSenate Committee (sample)Sample
IntroducedApr 14, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 28, 2026
Latest ActionResolution agreed to in Senate without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S2075)
Subjects
  • Safety
  • Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.