NY to soon seal convictions of over 2 million New Yorkers
/The Clean Slate Act, a historic bill that will eventually automatically seal the convictions of over two million New Yorkers, was signed into law by the governor on Thursday.
Read MoreThe Clean Slate Act, a historic bill that will eventually automatically seal the convictions of over two million New Yorkers, was signed into law by the governor on Thursday.
Read MoreLawmakers in Albany are looking to pass a bill that would codify many of the reforms Governor Kathy Hochul has promised to make to the state’s clemency process.
Read More“Attorneys who have worked on issues of indigent defense, housing, civil rights, and immigration, however, have a different perspective that can move our state forward in a way that represents all its people.”
Read More“We need to give everyone the tools they need to succeed, and that starts with breaking down barriers to reentry.”
Read More“Because of racism and policing and prosecution, this system of perpetual punishment disproportionately harms Black and Brown communities.”
Read MoreCongestion pricing, which would require state approval, involves charging motorists a toll to drive into Manhattan.
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