Updates
Reflecting on Clean Slate New York: Impact, Implementation, and What's Next
November 16 marked the one-year anniversary of NY Governor Hochul signing the state’s Clean Slate Act, which is among the nation’s most expansive and inclusive legislation to seal old conviction records. What does that mean, and what comes next? Learn more in this update from Clean Slate New York partners at the Center for Community Alternatives.
Millions of New Yorkers Will Soon Have a Second Chance
Start spreading the news. New York’s on its way. And while the song that says, “If I can make it there, I'm gonna make it anywhere,” is referring to New York City, the same determined spirit is held by people across the Empire State - from Buffalo to Long Island, Brooklyn to the Plattsburg, and everywhere in between…
Gov. Hochul Signs Landmark Clean Slate Bill into Law
“After years of sustained advocacy and strong public demand, New York is on the path to ensuring that a past mistake will not forever foreclose the opportunity for people to build a better life for themselves and their families.
“Soon, millions of New Yorkers will no longer be defined by their records…
New York Becomes 12th State to Pass ‘Clean Slate’ Record Clearance Policy
“We applaud New York lawmakers for reaching an agreement and supporting this common-sense policy. Over 2.3 million people have a record in New York, but only .2% of eligible people have cleared their records under the current system. This Clean Slate bill will automatically clear records for anyone who is eligible, helping more New Yorkers gain a second chance at a better future…
Legislative Inaction Denies Millions of New Yorkers a Second Chance
On June 3, 2022, the New York State Legislature adjourned its legislative session without enacting The New York Clean Slate Act (S1553/A6399), a measure that would have automated the sealing of certain conviction records