Ban the Box

On the question of whether preventing employers from asking about criminal history really leads to more equitable hiring practices, the evidence is disturbingly mixed.

From Indiana to Pennsylvania, second-chance legislation is increasingly becoming a viable option for some offenders.

New research suggests the policies—aimed at helping ex-offenders find work—can backfire.

Ban the Box initiatives are one step toward breaking the cycle of incarceration.

Lawmakers in 10 states and over 50 cities have already enacted Ban the Box policies, eliminating the check-box that asks about an applicant’s criminal record. It's time for Congress to follow suit.