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The Prison Policy Initiative submits testimony in opposition to HB 338, which would curtail higher education in prison in Ohio
HB 338 would end access to higher education for people in maximum security prisons in Ohio, making prisons less safe and worsening outcomes after release.
June 16, 2026
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The Prison Policy Initiative submits testimony in favor of SB503 to improve young adult sentencing in Connecticut
SB 503 would include people in their early 20s in important sentencing and parole provisions that consider age and maturity.
March 24, 2026
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The Prison Policy Initiative submits testimony in favor of SB497 to remove probation-related barriers to SNAP benefits in Connecticut
SB 497 would change Connecticut law to allow people on probation to access Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits even if they have a probation violation.
March 17, 2026
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The Prison Policy Initiative submits testimony in favor of HB 1575/SB 791 to stop Maryland sheriffs from collaborating with ICE
HB 1575/SB 791 would stop sheriffs from collaborating with ICE through informal arrangements like alerting ICE that a certain person is in custody.
February 23, 2026
