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🚨 NEW REPORT 🚨 FAMM’s "Life on Lockdown: A Growing Crisis" exposes the harsh reality that 22% of the U.S. prison population is under lockdown daily. Learn how overcrowding & understaffing fuel this crisis—and what we can do to fix it. Read more: pulse.ly/xvgwydvjcg

Join FAMM’s Federal Policy Call, March 25, 2026, 6-7 PM ET, on Zoom! Hear updates from our Policy/Outreach teams on federal work & ask questions. You must register to attend: pulse.ly/5sxjreqspk Don't miss out! 🗓️ #PolicyUpdate

'The Vanishing Trial,' a powerful documentary by @FAMMFoundation and @NACDL, is now streaming on Kanopy! The best part? You can watch it for free—just sign up through your local library or university. #VanishingTrial

Giving families a voice: Lawmakers push family advisory board for Tennessee inmates (via @TNLookout ) pulse.ly/7jigds1tdy

Philly-area prison could reshape how America treats prisoners (via Axios) pulse.ly/4rcrupyfxe

La. bill would give terminally ill inmates earlier shot at release Backed by corrections leaders, the bill seeks to reduce costs and improve end-of-life conditions (via @CorrectionsOne) pulse.ly/s0i0hftstm

Be a super advocate for criminal justice reform! Join FAMM's virtual training to learn policy updates, advocacy skills, & storytelling that changes hearts. 📅 Find your session: famm.org/upcoming-event…

Get involved and make your voice heard! Contact your lawmakers easily via FAMM to support criminal justice reform. Every message counts! 📢🗳️ Act now and make a difference today! #TakeAction #YourVoiceMatters

Ignite change today! Dive into FAMM's Policy Resource Library and discover essential tools for a better criminal justice system. Every brief, report, and data point is your step towards fair sentencing. Become a champion for change now! pulse.ly/n7eoolnyrr #PolicyResources

Join FAMM’s Federal Policy Call, March 25, 2026, 6-7 PM ET, on Zoom! Hear updates from our Policy/Outreach teams on federal work & ask questions. You must register to attend: pulse.ly/xkxjnidi5e Don't miss out! 🗓️ #PolicyUpdate

Louisiana could let dying inmates out sooner under bill backed by prisons chief, bishops (via @NOLAnews) pulse.ly/gqwbtzxnls

For decades, 50%+ of IL's prison population has been excluded from incentives for good behavior & rehab. Credit for Change restores hope, improves safety, & supports overworked prison staff. Help foster change here ➡️ pulse.ly/wtyca3wowq

Harsh sentences have led to 1 in 7 in the U.S. serving life, & many others facing decades behind bars. People evolve - our laws must, too. Support Second Look Laws in Your State! #SecondLookLaws #JusticeReform

FAMM noticed more lockdowns happening in prisons. How long do they last? What causes them? How are families kept informed? Help us find answers. Share your experience (confidentially): act.famm.org/a/lockdown-exp… #LifeOnLockdown

WV mandatory minimum bills (HB 4761, SB 137, HB 4758) would hike incarceration costs without safety benefits, costing $50K/year per person imprisoned. WV deserves smarter policies! Oppose these bills now! secure.everyaction.com/BQjj7tbFcEaTHE…

Family members speak out about water outage at FCI Edgefield (via @WJBF) pulse.ly/7ymqh2du4v

At This Prison, Staffing Fluctuations Land Hardest on Lifers (via @prisonjourn) pulse.ly/ardave5mex

Last night under the gold dome of the Iowa State Capitol and this morning in the committee room testifying before @IowaSenate Judiciary subcommittee in opposition to HF2542. The bill advanced, but members raised concerns about cost, scope, and balance. Grateful for the chance to speak and praying for wisdom in the decisions ahead. Thank you @Bryanwidenhouse @FAMMFoundation and many other partners for making this Cajun feel at home in Iowa! @JusticeReform

Alabama lawmakers consider prison oversight amid violence, overcrowding concerns (via @wsfa12news) wsfa.com/video/2026/03/…

So glad @FAMMFoundation is still pushing this.

When people are dying behind bars, compassionate release can give families one last precious gift: time together. That moment can change everything. Help us heal families and support our work on compassionate release.