Designates National Reentry Week
Official: Recognizing the designation of the week of April 24 through April 30 as the annual "National Reentry Week".
This resolution recognizes the last week of April as National Reentry Week to support individuals returning from incarceration. It aims to raise awareness about their challenges and promote better reintegration into society.
1. This resolution establishes the week of April 24 through April 30 as National Reentry Week each year. 2. The resolution aims to raise awareness about the challenges faced by formerly incarcerated individuals reentering society. 3. It emphasizes the need for better support systems to reduce the high recidivism rate of 70 percent. 4. The resolution encourages the government to improve access to housing, education, and job training for those reentering the community. 5. It highlights the importance of mental health support for individuals transitioning back into society.
This resolution affects formerly incarcerated individuals and their families, as well as communities working to support their reintegration.