05 Dec Q & A: What Happened To The EQUAL Act?
The EQUAL Act passed the House 361-66. It also has overwhelming support from Republicans and Democrats. It can't pass the Senate. Why?
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29 Mar What Will Smith, The Oscars And A Slap Mean For Criminal Justice Reform
You can't go online without seeing something about Will Smith, the Oscars and an infamous slap. Learn about cocaine sentencing instead.
02 Oct The EQUAL Act: Ending the Disparity in Cocaine Sentencing
For decades, federal law has treated crack cocaine differently than powder cocaine for sentencing. The EQUAL Act changes that for good.
29 Sep U.S. House Passes Bill to End Cocaine Sentencing Disparity
Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed landmark legislation that would end the sentencing disparity in cocaine offenses.
22 Sep Bipartisan Criminal Justice Reform Can’t Get Republican Support
U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA) has been at the forefront of bipartisan criminal justice reform for decades. Is he getting cold feet?