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This bill began when my friend Tammy brought to our attention that the right to vote for formerly incarcerated Oklahomans is unclear. Thanks to @RepTammyWest, Senator Rader, @CCofOklahoma, and @GovStitt the right is clearly restored for individuals who completed their sentence
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“She served her sentence, reunited with her family, living a full, productive life, a contributing member of our community, and it came up that she, as a felon, is very unsure if she has the right to vote,” said @RepTammyWest
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🎉Thank you @GovStitt for signing HB4113 into law this week, clarifying voting rights for individuals with a criminal record.
Grateful for the leadership of @TammyWestOK and Senator Rader on this important legislation.
Clear pathways to the rights and responsibilities of citizenship honor human dignity and strengthen communities.
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Exciting news! The driver's license bill (SB1479) just cruised through the Tennessee Senate with a 32-0 vote! 🎉
This game-changing bill, championed by Senator @ToddGardenhire, will empower individuals who held a valid driver's license before prison to regain their license upon release.
Possessing a driver's license helps individuals better reintegrate into society by ensuring they don’t have to rely on others for transportation to get to work, report to their probation or parole officer, or participate in community and family activities. This is a huge step towards successful reintegration into society.
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Tonya and I went to prison today at the @TDCJ Sycamore Unit! We left inspired by the great work Prison Fellowship Academy is doing! Their faith-centered program is helping women rebuild their lives with a 7% recidivism rate, proving that redemption and rehabilitation can work!
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We were thrilled to be a part of Governor Stitt’s ceremonial signing for HB1460 today!
This bill eliminates a few of the court fees assessed in the criminal justice system. Thank you, @GovStitt, for consistently prioritizing reducing overburdensome court debt in Oklahoma.
We are thankful for the leadership of @FinesandFeesJC, @RepTammyWest and Senator Gollihare on this bill, and the opportunity to collaborate with so many national and Oklahoma partners to pass this impactful legislation! @RightOnCrime @OKJusticeReform @JusticeActionUS @OKPolicy
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JUST IN: OK @GovStitt just hosted a ceremonial signing for #HB1460, the broadest Republican-led fee elimination bill in US history.
For years, fees weakened OK’s economy, eroded public trust, & trapped its residents in a cycle of debt.
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HB3675 is a win win for Texas. Let's give those leaving incarceration a "fair chance" at obtaining gainful employment and reduce recidivism rates !!
This afternoon, Manager of State Government Affairs @SarahMaeDecker testified in front of the Texas House State Affairs Committee in support of HB3675, which expands access to work for Texans with a criminal record.
Thank you, @DavidCookTexas, for your leadership on this bill!
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In @GovernorStitt’s State of the State address in Oklahoma today, he highlighted the hardships that overburdensome fines and fees cause.
“It’s time to reform this system and get rid of what is essentially a debtors’ prison. We know that high fees keep people trapped in this cycle and contribute to higher recidivism.”
@FinesandFeesJC @RightOnCrime @JusticeActionUS @OKJusticeReform
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Thank you, @GovernorStitt, for holding a ceremonial signing to celebrate the passage of SB11 in Oklahoma! This bill, led by Senator Rader and Representative Pae, will help provide more higher education opportunities to incarcerated students. @RightOnCrime @CCofOklahoma @obunews @OKJusticeReform
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Thank you, @GovStitt for signing SB11 to expand access to higher education for incarcerated students into law!
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Thankful for all the friends who helped me with this bill over the past year to now get this across the House with a unanimous vote! @marilyndavidson @brettfarley @shade_damion @David_E_Jimenez @CCofOklahoma @Walmart
The OK House unanimously passed SB11 to expand access to higher education for #incarcerated students! Thank you Representative @RepDanielPae and Senator Rader for your leadership on this impactful bill! @ok_umc @RightOnCrime @OKJusticeReform
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BREAKING NEWS: @POTUS officially declared April 2024 as #SecondChanceMonth. Thank you, Biden Administration, for declaring your support in removing unnecessary barriers for the 1 in 3 American adults with a criminal record for the 4th consecutive year.
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“Access to housing is a critical step for individuals who have served their time and reintegrate into society,” said ROC OK Director @marilyndavidson. “This bill does not require property owners to lease to individuals they deem a safety risk, but it does establish a fair and transparent process. Lawmakers have an opportunity to address recidivism by supporting H.B. 3499, a conservative approach to improve public safety.”
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🚨🚨The #Tennessee House just unanimously passed HB2728 to provide opportunities for qualifying individuals to report to their #probation officer virtually. Thank you @JeremyFaison4TN for your leadership on this meaningful reform!
Worshipping with Lauren Daigle and the women at Eddie Warriors is such a sweet memory. I have never seen so much joy and longing for Jesus. A true glimpse of Heaven.
Watch the joy that radiated throughout an Oklahoma prison gym as more than 300 incarcerated women worshipped with @Lauren_Daigle.
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What an incredible event! Christian music artist Lauren Daigle stopped by the Eddie Warrior Correctional Center recently, performing several of her hit songs and encouraging the women. Thanks to Lauren Daigle and Prison Fellowship for coordinating this fabulous event. #ODOCProud
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I welcomed several ladies from the Prison Fellowship to my office this week to discuss #HB3499, which I authored. This legislation will positively impact previously incarcerated individuals in our state by removing unnecessary barriers to gaining a fresh start in life, including increasing access to #affordablehousing. We all win when #recidivism rates are low! #okleg #justicereform
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Nearly two dozen men recently graduated from Prison Fellowship at Lexington Correctional Center. While we celebrate and congratulate these graduates, we also want to recognize Aaron Cosar, the man who has facilitated the class for SIX years. #WeChangeLives #ODOCproud