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SB 1 Passes the House!

June 2, 2021

Yesterday, the House sent a powerful piece of legislation to the Governor’s desk. S.B. 1 declares that racism is a public health crisis in our state.

Earlier this year, the CDC issued a statement which declared, in part, that “racism, both structural and interpersonal, are fundamental causes of health inequities, health disparities and disease.”

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Clean Slate legislation heads to the governor

May 28, 2021

Today we passed legislation to address the social and economic disparities experienced by individuals with criminal records and those who were formerly incarcerated. 
 
Known as the Clean Slate Bill, SB 1019 is groundbreaking legislation that will help thousands of formerly incarcerated citizens in Connecticut by clearing their records and paving the way for re-entry to society with access to good paying jobs, education, and quality housing.

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