Second Chances Archives

FAMM to Premiere New Documentary, “District of Second Chances,” Dec. 7 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C.

Monday, November 27, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEMonday, Nov. 27, 2023 FAMM to Premiere New Documentary, “District of Second Chances,” Dec. 7 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. WASHINGTON – FAMM, a leading criminal justice reform organization, is thrilled to announce the premiere of its latest documentary film, “District of Second Chances,” at the National Press Club … Read More

FAMM applauds Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee passage of clemency reform amendment

Monday, November 13, 2023

For Media Inquiries:John Norton, 202-999-4268jnorton@famm.org FAMM applauds Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee passage of clemency reform amendment HARRISBURG – Today FAMM thanked the Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee for passing a bill to undo a 1990s tough-on-crime constitutional amendment by reforming the clemency process and urged House leadership to bring the bill to a floor vote. House Bill 1410, which … Read More

FAMM testifies at Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee hearing on clemency reform amendment

Monday, October 30, 2023

For Media Inquiries:John Norton, 202-999-4268jnorton@famm.org FAMM testifies at Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee hearing on clemency reform amendment HARRISBURG – FAMM Senior Policy Associate Bryan Widenhouse is testifying live today at the Pennsylvania House Judiciary Committee’s hearing about Speaker Joanna McClinton’s constitutional amendment to the clemency process. House Bill 1410 would return the Board of Pardons threshold for recommending commutation in life … Read More

FAMM supports Pennsylvania Medical and Elderly Parole bill as it advances in the House

Tuesday, October 3, 2023

For Media Inquiries: John Norton, 202-999-4268 jnorton@famm.org FAMM supports Pennsylvania Medical and Elderly Parole bill as it advances in the House HARRISBURG – FAMM Pennsylvania State Policy Director Celeste Trusty released the following statement after the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Judiciary Committee voted today to advance a Medical and Elderly Parole bill. “It’s unsustainable for Pennsylvania … Read More

FAMM recommends clemency process reforms in letter to Governor Shapiro and other officials

Thursday, July 27, 2023

For Media Inquiries: John Norton, 202-999-4268 jnorton@famm.org FAMM recommends clemency process reforms in letter to Governor Shapiro and other officials HARRISBURG – FAMM Deputy Director of Policy Maria Goellner sent a letter today to Governor Josh Shapiro, Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis, Board of Pardons Secretary Shelley Watson and Secretary of the Department of Corrections Laurel R. Harry with 14 recommendations … Read More

FAMM raises concerns about Mayor Bowser’s proposed sentencing legislation during DC Council hearing

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

For Media Inquiries: John Norton, 202-999-4268 jnorton@famm.org FAMM raises concerns about Mayor Bowser’s proposed sentencing legislation during DC Council hearing WASHINGTON – FAMM’s Vice President of Policy Molly Gill testified in opposition to Mayor Muriel Bowser’s sentencing legislation being considered today during a DC Council Committee on the Judiciary and Public Safety hearing. FAMM believes several … Read More

FAMM to host press event with bipartisan group of Pennsylvania lawmakers supporting Second Chance legislation

Thursday, June 22, 2023

For Media Inquiries:John Norton, 202-999-4268jnorton@famm.org FAMM to host press event with bipartisan group of Pennsylvania lawmakers supporting Second Chance legislation HARRISBURG – FAMM will host a “Second Chance Legislation” presser at the Media Center in the Pennsylvania state Capitol with a bipartisan group of lawmakers on Monday, June 26th at 10:00 a.m. This event will highlight legislation … Read More

FAMM to host virtual panel, The Future of Clemency in Pennsylvania, featuring Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor Davis and Board of Pardons Secretary Watson

Thursday, March 23, 2023

For Media Inquiries: John Norton, 202-999-4268 jnorton@famm.org FAMM to host virtual panel, The Future of Clemency in Pennsylvania, featuring Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor Davis and Board of Pardons Secretary Watson HARRISBURG – FAMM is hosting a virtual panel via Zoom, The Future of Clemency, featuring Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor Austin Davis from noon to 1:00 pm ET on Friday, March … Read More

FAMM’s Shaneva McReynolds to participate in press conference for two Illinois parole bills

Monday, March 20, 2023

For Media Inquiries:John Norton, 202-999-4268jnorton@famm.org FAMM’S Shaneva McReynolds to participate in press conference for two Illinois parole bills SPRINGFIELD – FAMM’s Illinois State Consultant Dr. Shaneva McReynolds will join a press conference advocating for two parole bills that provide second chances for incarcerated individuals in Illinois state prisons – Earned Reentry and Elder Parole – at the Springfield Capitol Building on Tuesday, March 21 … Read More

FAMM supports New Mexico Second Chances bill for juveniles

Monday, March 13, 2023

For Media Inquiries:John Norton, 202-999-4268jnorton@famm.org FAMM supports New Mexico Second Chances bill for juveniles SANTA FE – New Mexico is on the verge of ending life without the possibility of parole (LWOP) as a sentencing option for people who committed their crimes as children. SB 64 passed the state Senate this week and will, if signed by Governor Michelle … Read More

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