HRES 1173·Federal·house
Expressing support for the designation of April 2026 as "Second Chance Month".
In CommitteeFiled Apr 14, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Westerman, Bruce [R-AR-4] (R)
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Apr 14, 2026
Summary
H.Res. 1172 expresses the House’s support for naming April 2026 “Second Chance Month.” It honors groups that help people with criminal records overcome legal and social obstacles and urges the public to observe the month with actions that promote awareness and closure. The resolution targets formerly incarcerated individuals, employers, community organizations, and policymakers.
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