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April 26, 2023 at 4:11 PM

NEW: Bill introduced in Congress to end prison gerrymandering nationwide

Prison Gerrymandering Project - April 26 States increasingly want the Census Bureau to count incarcerated people at their homes. Prison Gerrymandering Project for April 26, 2023 The 2020 Census counted 2 million people in the wrong place. How does your voice in government suffer as …

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April 18, 2023 at 7:20 PM

Research Library Updates for April 18, 2023

Criminal Justice Research Library - April 18 21 new reports on policing, crime, racism, and more. Criminal Justice Research Library for April 18, 2023 Bringing you the latest in empirical research about mass incarceration We've The Prison Policy Initiative has adde…

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April 3, 2023 at 2:45 PM

NEW BRIEFING: The unmet needs of people on probation and parole

Prison Policy Initiative - April 3 The community supervision systems are failing their most important function. Prison Policy Initiative updates for April 3, 2023 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Mortality, health, and pov…

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March 28, 2023 at 2:46 PM

NEW 50-STATE REPORT: The rapid & unregulated growth of e-messaging in prison

Prison Policy Initiative - March 28 E-messaging is the latest way companies are sapping funds from incarcerated people & their families. Prison Policy Initiative updates for March 28, 2023 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare …

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March 21, 2023 at 2:45 PM

Research Library Updates for March 21, 2023

Criminal Justice Research Library - March 21 22 new reports on policing, drugs, mental health, and more. Criminal Justice Research Library for March 21, 2023 Bringing you the latest in empirical research about mass incarceration We've The Prison Policy Initiative h…

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March 14, 2023 at 2:15 PM

NEW NATIONAL REPORT: Mass Incarceration: The Whole Pie 2023

Prison Policy Initiative - March 14 1.9 million people are incarcerated in the U.S. Prison Policy Initiative updates for March 14, 2023 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare New report Mass Incarceration: The Whole Pie 2023 sh…

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March 8, 2023 at 3:48 PM

NEW BRIEFING: How racial disparities undermine diversion programs

Prison Policy Initiative - March 8 Studies show how people of color facing criminal charges are excluded from diversion opportunities. Prison Policy Initiative updates for March 8, 2023 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Rac…

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March 6, 2023 at 3:45 PM

What are states saying about their experience addressing prison gerrymandering?

Prison Gerrymandering Project - March 6 States are working hard to end prison gerrymandering. The Census Bureau could make their job easier. Prison Gerrymandering Project for March 6, 2023 The 2020 Census counted 2 million people in the wrong place. How does your voice in government …

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March 1, 2023 at 3:30 PM

NEW NATIONAL REPORT: Women's Mass Incarceration: The Whole Pie 2023

Prison Policy Initiative - March 1 Women in the U.S. experience a dramatically different criminal legal system than men do. Prison Policy Initiative updates for March 1, 2023 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare New report, Wo…

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February 27, 2023 at 4:05 PM

NEW ANALYSIS: How 12 states are addressing family separation by incarceration

Prison Policy Initiative - February 27 States can take steps to end the crisis of family separation by incarceration. Prison Policy Initiative updates for February 27, 2023 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare How 12 states ar…

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February 15, 2023 at 4:00 PM

How local public housing authority policies lock formerly incarcerated people out.

Prison Policy Initiative - February 15 Public housing authorities don't have to discriminate against people with criminal records...but some do. Prison Policy Initiative updates for February 15, 2023 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare …

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February 13, 2023 at 4:05 PM

With unanimous, bipartisan support, Montana ends prison gerrymandering

Prison Gerrymandering Project - February 13 One more reason for the Census Bureau to fix this problem nationwide. Prison Gerrymandering Project for February 13, 2023 The 2020 Census counted 2 million people in the wrong place. How does your voice in government suffer as a result? …

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February 8, 2023 at 4:44 PM

President Biden's campaign to end "junk fees" must include incarcerated people

Prison Policy Initiative - February 8 Incarcerated people are uniquely vulnerable to junk fees. Prison Policy Initiative updates for February 8, 2023 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Incarcerated people must be at the fore…

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February 1, 2023 at 6:18 PM

Research Library Updates for February 1, 2023

Criminal Justice Research Library - February 1 32 new reports on race, policing, probation, and more. Criminal Justice Research Library for February 1, 2023 Bringing you the latest in empirical research about mass incarceration We've The Prison Policy Initiative …

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January 25, 2023 at 4:02 PM

New data exposes the geography of mass incarceration

Prison Policy Initiative - January 25 Mass incarceration isn't just a problem in urban areas Prison Policy Initiative updates for January 25, 2023 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Where people in prison come from: The geog…

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January 19, 2023 at 4:35 PM

The Martha Wright-Reed Just and Reasonable Communications Act is law...now what?

Prison Policy Initiative - January 19 The fight for prison and jail phone justice is far from over. Prison Policy Initiative updates for January 19, 2023 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Since You Asked: What’s next for pr…

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January 4, 2023 at 4:04 PM

New Medicare rules are a big step for people released from prison...but leave some behind

Prison Policy Initiative - January 4 Some formerly incarcerated people will still be stuck paying more for the rest of their lives. Prison Policy Initiative updates for January 4, 2023 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare How …

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December 29, 2022 at 4:46 PM

Research Library Updates for December 29, 2022

Criminal Justice Research Library - December 29 38 new reports on policing, pretrial detention, and more. Criminal Justice Research Library for December 29, 2022 Bringing you the latest in empirical research about mass incarceration We've The Prison Policy Initiat…

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December 27, 2022 at 4:04 PM

NEW DATA: Police use of force against Black, female & older people rising

Prison Policy Initiative - December 27 Data shows police WERE NOT defunded. Prison Policy Initiative updates for December 27, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare New data: Police use of force rising for Black, female, an…

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December 21, 2022 at 4:22 PM

11 of our most important reports, briefings, and tools in 2022

Prison Policy Initiative - December 21 A deep dive into the bail industry to new tools for advocates, here are some highlights of our work in 2022. Prison Policy Initiative updates for December 21, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare …

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December 15, 2022 at 3:46 PM

NEW 50-STATE REPORT: How much do prison and jail phone calls really cost?

Prison Policy Initiative - December 15 The cost of a typical phone call is approaching zero, why are incarcerated people still charged so much? Prison Policy Initiative updates for December 15, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare …

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December 7, 2022 at 3:43 PM

Unexpected Ally: NY Post to the Census Bureau: Count incarcerated people at home!

Prison Gerrymandering Project - December 7 We disagree with them often, but on prison gerrymandering, the New York Post gets it right. Prison Gerrymandering Project for December 7, 2022 The 2020 Census counted 2 million people in the wrong place. How does your voice in government suf…

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November 29, 2022 at 3:45 PM

Why states should change Medicaid rules to cover people leaving prison

Prison Policy Initiative - November 29 This change would improve health outcomes, reduce recidivism, and save money. Prison Policy Initiative updates for November 29, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Why states should…

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November 21, 2022 at 6:20 PM

Four big reasons for the Census Bureau to end prison gerrymandering in 2030

Prison Gerrymandering Project - November 21 We joined 35 other organizations calling on the Census Bureau to end prison gerrymandering Prison Gerrymandering Project for November 21, 2022 The 2020 Census counted more than 2 million people in the wrong place. How does your voice in gov…

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November 17, 2022 at 6:09 PM

Mail scanning: A harsh and exploitative new trend in prisons

Prison Policy Initiative - November 17 At least 13 states are replacing physical mail with scanned copies Prison Policy Initiative updates for November 17, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Mail scanning: A harsh and e…

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November 16, 2022 at 3:53 PM

31 criminal justice reforms ripe for victory in 2023 legislative sessions

Prison Policy Initiative - November 16 These reforms shrink the carceral system, mitigate its harms, & remove financial incentives from the system. Prison Policy Initiative updates for November 16, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare …

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November 9, 2022 at 4:03 PM

Research Library Updates for November 9, 2022

Criminal Justice Research Library - November 9 We've added 22 new report on policing, poverty, and more. Criminal Justice Research Library for November 9, 2022 Bringing you the latest in empirical research about mass incarceration We've The Prison Policy Initiativ…

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November 4, 2022 at 2:35 PM

If your county is considering a bigger jail, here's how to push back

Prison Policy Initiative - November 4 Jail assessments often have obvious flaws or arguments AGAINST a bigger jail. Prison Policy Initiative updates for November 4, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare A how-to guide: Cri…

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October 25, 2022 at 3:03 PM

A growing trend to protect the voices of voters in jails ☑️

Prison Policy Initiative - October 25 When people know they CAN vote from jail, they WILL vote. Prison Policy Initiative updates for October 25, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Jail-based polling locations: A way to …

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October 13, 2022 at 4:08 PM

New data shows how little prisons did to stop the spread of COVID behind bars

Prison Policy Initiative - October 13 Some states ignored even the most basic steps to stop the spread of COVID> Prison Policy Initiative updates for October 13, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare New data confirms t…

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October 11, 2022 at 2:45 PM

Research Library Updates for October 11, 2022

Criminal Justice Research Library - October 11 25 new reports on policing, probation, recidivism and more. Criminal Justice Research Library for October 11, 2022 Bringing you the latest in empirical research about mass incarceration We've The Prison Policy Initiati…

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October 4, 2022 at 2:30 PM

NEW REPORT: How the bail industry exploits the legal system

Prison Policy Initiative - October 4 Evidence shows the bail industry's major argument for existing is built on a lie. Prison Policy Initiative updates for October 4, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare All profit, no ri…

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September 8, 2022 at 4:39 PM

Jobs & educational opportunities behind bars? Not so much...

Prison Policy Initiative - September 8 Jobs are often available, but that doesn't mean they're beneficial. Prison Policy Initiative updates for September 8, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare The state prison experienc…

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September 6, 2022 at 3:07 PM

Mass incarceration distorts democracy. You can help fix it.

Prison Gerrymandering Project - September 6 It's time for the Census Bureau to change how it counts incarcerated people. Prison Gerrymandering Project for September 6, 2022 The 2020 Census counted more than 2 million people in the wrong place. How does your voice in government suffer…

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August 26, 2022 at 4:17 PM

How many people are released from each state’s prisons and jails every year?

Prison Policy Initiative - August 26 The number of people going through reentry each year vastly exceeds the resources available to them in most communities. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …

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August 22, 2022 at 3:05 PM

Research Library Updates for August 22, 2022

Criminal Justice Research Library - August 22 We've added 23 new reports on policing, race, mental health, and more. Criminal Justice Research Library for August 22, 2022 Bringing you the latest in empirical research about mass incarceration We've The Prison Policy…

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August 17, 2022 at 4:07 PM

Congress can reduce postal rates for incarcerated people and their families

Prison Policy Initiative - August 17 Special rates exist for other groups. It is time for one for people in prison and jail. Prison Policy Initiative updates for August 17, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Please Mr. …

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August 11, 2022 at 3:04 PM

New data: How mass incarceration punishes families

Prison Policy Initiative - August 11 Mass incarceration perpetuates a generational cycle of trauma. Prison Policy Initiative updates for August 11, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Both sides of the bars: How mass inc…

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July 18, 2022 at 3:03 PM

Research Library Updates for July 18, 2022

Criminal Justice Research Library - July 18 22 new reports on recidivism, mental health, COVID, and more. Criminal Justice Research Library for July 18, 2022 Bringing you the latest in empirical research about mass incarceration We've The Prison Policy Initiative h…

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July 11, 2022 at 3:08 PM

New data: LGBT people are at heightened risk of violent victimization

Prison Policy Initiative - July 11 Breaking the cycle of violence and victimization is key to ending mass incarceration. Prison Policy Initiative updates for July 11, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare New data: LGBT pe…

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July 6, 2022 at 3:03 PM

Want to know who is profiting off of incarcerated people in your area?

Prison Policy Initiative - July 6 Hundreds of documents show how companies profit off of phone calls, commissary, and more. Prison Policy Initiative updates for July 6, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare New Correction…

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June 30, 2022 at 4:47 PM

What the end of Roe v. Wade will mean for people on probation and parole

Prison Policy Initiative - June 30 Strict travel restrictions could harm then 666,413 women on probation and parole in America. Prison Policy Initiative updates for June 30, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare What the e…

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June 22, 2022 at 3:03 PM

NEW DATA: The unmet health needs of people in state prisons

Prison Policy Initiative - June 22 Data show people in prison suffer disproportionately from asthma, hepatitis C, HIV, & other conditions. Prison Policy Initiative updates for June 22, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare …

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May 19, 2022 at 5:04 PM

Updated charts provides insights on racial disparities, correctional control, jail suicides, and more

Prison Policy Initiative - May 19 12 updated visualizations that expose the harms of mass incarceration. Prison Policy Initiative updates for May 19, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Updated charts provide insights on…

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May 11, 2022 at 3:04 PM

Research Library Updates for May 11, 2022

Criminal Justice Research Library - May 11 We've added 25 new reports on COVID, drug policy, crime rates, and more. Criminal Justice Research Library for May 11, 2022 Bringing you the latest in empirical research about mass incarceration We've The Prison Policy Ini…

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May 5, 2022 at 2:08 PM

Prisons and jails will separate millions of mothers from their children in 2022

Prison Policy Initiative - May 5 58% of women in U.S. prisons are mothers. Prison Policy Initiative updates for May 5, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Prisons and jails will separate millions of mothers from their ch…

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May 3, 2022 at 3:04 PM

Companies still profit off of incarcerated people...even after their release

Prison Policy Initiative - May 3 Release cards quickly drain the little money people have when they're released. Prison Policy Initiative updates for May 3, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Insufficient funds: How pri…

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April 28, 2022 at 2:47 PM

President Biden issued some commutations...now what???

Prison Policy Initiative - April 28 The 8 states we examined issued one commutation for every 10,000 imprisoned people each year. Prison Policy Initiative updates for April 28, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Executi…

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April 20, 2022 at 3:03 PM

Incarcerated people are particularly vulnerable to environmental injustices

Prison Policy Initiative - April 20 Society’s calls for a healthier environment rarely extend to incarcerated people Prison Policy Initiative updates for April 20, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare Prisons are a daily …

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April 13, 2022 at 2:13 PM

NEW DATA: From poverty to foster care, people in state prison faced a lifetime of challenges before ending up behind bars

Prison Policy Initiative - April 13 People in prisons have endured disadvantage and poverty all the way back to childhood. Prison Policy Initiative updates for April 13, 2022 Exposing how mass incarceration harms communities and our national welfare New report, Be…

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