01 Mar Rep. Stefanik Seeks to Keep COVID Vaccine from Vulnerable Inmates
Not all lawmakers agree with President Biden's desire to give the COVID vaccine to vulnerable inmates in state and federal prisons.
Author: Ronnie K. Stephens
23 Feb Los Angeles District Attorney Committed to Eliminating Cash Bail and Death Penalty
The Los Angeles district attorney aims to end cash bail and eliminate the death penalty.
22 Feb Justice Reformers Call on President Joe Biden to Address Implementation of First Step Act Problems
The First Step Act included many necessary changes, but some people are urging President Biden to go even further with it.
22 Feb Texas Representative Proposes Mandatory Psychological Evaluation and Training for Firearm Licensing in New Federal Gun Laws
A new proposed bill would create some of the strictest gun laws in U.S. history, if passed.
20 Feb Congress Lifts Ban on Pell Grants for Students in Prison
Lifting the ban on Pell Grants for students in prison signals a major effort to help those in prison get the educations they want.
19 Feb Historic Winter Storm Leaves Texas Inmates Battling Extreme Temperatures in State Prisons
Courts have repeatedly said that extreme temperatures in prisons are unlawful, but with no oversight most states have little accountability.
19 Feb Prison Visits During COVID-19 Create Significant Problem in Containing Pandemic
Prison visits during COVID-19 are complicating efforts to reduce the virus' spread.
18 Feb Trump’s Use of the Presidential Pardon is Both Sparse and Controversial
Former President Donald Trump's use of the pardon was controversial for several reasons.
17 Feb NYC Council Candidate Tiffany Cabán Releases Comprehensive Plan to Defund the Police in New York City
The New York City plan to defund the police could come to fruition, if a new plan goes through.
16 Feb Annual Prison Costs a Huge Part of State and Federal Budgets
Mass incarceration is a multifaceted issue that involves considerations including annual prison costs.
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