The Clean Slate Initiative

The rally was just the beginning. Since then, BUILD & directly impacted leaders and allies have been organizing, testifying, and meeting with legislators. Now it’s crossover week. Clean Slate.
Fair Chance Housing. It’s time to turn momentum into action.

When barriers are removed, people can move forward. #CleanSlate policies create real, measurable change for individuals, families, and communities -- and the data proves it.

Kentucky is training people in prison for real jobs…but if old records keep people with non-violent offenses from getting hired, that investment goes to waste. Clean Slate legislation ensures accountability is followed by opportunity—so the chance to find work can lead to safer communities. @GJComley @tolmanbrett @CleanSlate_Init

After years of advocacy, collaboration, and innovation, Connecticut is celebrating a major milestone: more than 150,000 people have had their arrest and conviction records erased through the state’s Clean Slate law! fox61.com/article/news/l…

A powerful op-ed on how Maryland's Clean Slate Act could open real doors for second chances ⬇️ stardem.com/opinion/column…

Prison education works, but outdated records for non-violent offenders block chances for employment. Clean Slate legislation turns training into opportunity, productivity, and ultimately safer communities 👏 @GJComley @tolmanbrett @CleanSlate_Init @AFPhq @GoodwillKY @AVMcNeill

💡 Want to learn 5 more reasons of how second chance policies benefit public safety? Check out this blog post from Jason Pye, Vice President, @iDueProcess , and Justin Magnuson, Founder & President, Justice Reform Foundation. ⬇️ 🔗cleanslateinitiative.org/updates/five-r…

That’s why second chance policies like Clean Slate have bipartisan support: they reduce recidivism, strengthen families, and break cycles of crime while keeping important safeguards in place.

Public safety isn’t just about punishment — it’s about prevention. Communities are safer when people have jobs, stable families, and a real chance to rebuild after a past mistake and the data proves it.

Let's do this, Maryland! Clean Slate Can't Wait!

A quick, clear breakdown of automated record sealing — what it does, why it works, and how it expands access to jobs, housing, and second chances. Watch + share to support #SecondChances ⬇️ Thanks to Pop Media for helping bring this video to life. youtu.be/CoZwR6Xs29c

Huge news 🚨 HB 2747 just passed the Missouri House of Representatives 140–7 (!!)! That’s the furthest #CleanSlate has ever advanced in Missouri. Next stop: the Senate. Shoutout to @EmpowerMissouri & our Clean Slate MO partners! Learn more: MOCleanSlate.org

Don’t just take our word for it — the research is clear. Millions qualify to have their records sealed, yet <10% receive relief, creating a “second chance gap” that limits employment, housing & mobility. #CleanSlate ensures #SecondChances are fair and accessible.

Allow us to set the record straight. Visit cleanslateinitiative.org to learn more.

Clean Slate automated record sealing laws have been passed in 13 states and Washington, D.C., and are gaining momentum nationwide. But what are #CleanSlate laws, anyway?

Let's do this, MO!!

Looking forward to discussing research on notification and the impacts of Clean Slate w/ Laura Chavez (@CleanSlate_Init), Nyron Crawford (@TempleUniv), and JJ Prescott (@jjprescott2009 @UMichLaw) for the “Advancing Clean Slate Research: Evidence, Implementation, and What’s Next” webinar on February 11, 1–2pm EST. #CleanSlate Register: buff.ly/1JsPjFD Information about our Juneteenth research agenda and pilots: buff.ly/OhARIyH

"Second chances aren’t abstract — they change real lives." Margo Walsh, founder and CEO of Maine- Works shares why Maine's #CleanSlate Act would promote fairness and preserve public safety. ⬇️ edition.pagesuite.com/popovers/dynam…

"The Clean Slate Act isn’t just compassionate policy. It’s competitive policy. And Illinois is better positioned for growth because of it." A powerful piece on how the Illinois Clean Slate Act will boost the states economy. Read the full piece ⬇️ chicago.suntimes.com/letters-to-the…

Progress in Florida! A meaningful step forward in giving Floridians the opportunities they’ve earned to move forward. Read the full piece by @MitchPerry18 ⬇️ floridaphoenix.com/briefs/bill-to…