Posts - Bill - S 2590 Fresh Start Act of 2025
senate 07/31/2025 - 119th Congress
We are working to secure funding that helps states modernize their criminal justice data systems so that eligible individuals can have their records automatically expunged or sealed, without needing to take any action themselves. This aims to remove barriers and streamline the process of giving people a fresh start.
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S 2590 - Fresh Start Act of 2025
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right-leaning 07/31/2025
Automatic wipeouts of criminal history risk turning a blind eye to genuine consequences.
left-leaning 07/31/2025
Justice systems need tech upgrades, not just tough talk; let’s clear records, not clutter them.
left-leaning 07/31/2025
Automatic expungement? About time we stop punishing people for mistakes long behind them.
right-leaning 07/31/2025
Modernizing justice is fine, but let’s not forget: accountability is what keeps communities safe.
moderate 07/31/2025
A $5 million grant per state sounds good, but will it fix the deep roots or just the surface?
right-leaning 07/31/2025
Giving out $50 million to erase records? Sounds like rewarding failures instead of responsibility.
moderate 07/31/2025
Modernize the system, but let’s keep an eye on how these dollars get spent — accountability matters.
moderate 07/31/2025
Automatic expungement is appealing; now let’s see if it balances fairness with public safety.
left-leaning 07/31/2025
Finally, a law that gives folks a true second chance — because your past shouldn’t chain your future.