Just signed (presented by The Council of State Governments Justice Center Staff):
President Trump signed into law bipartisan legislation today to reform the federal prison system.

The First Step Act, which passed the U.S. Senate 87-12 and the House 358-36, will usher in significant changes to federal sentencing laws as well as improvements to programs that aim to reduce recidivism and provide support to people who are involved in the criminal justice system…
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