The Second Chance Act of 2007: House and Senate Side-by-Side Bill Comparison

Date: 28 Nov 2007

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The Second Chance Act of 2007 is designed to reduce recidivism, increase public safety, and help states and communities better address the growing population of prisoners returning to communities. The bill has been reintroduced in both the House (H.R. 1593) and Senate (S. 1060). This chart summarizes the major provisions of this legislation, and compares the bills as introduced in each chamber.