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How Can States Give People With Criminal Records a Fair Chance to Secure Housing?

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August 20, 2025
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Fair Chance housing laws attempt to reduce barriers to affordable housing for people with criminal records. States could make these laws more effective by improving outreach, education, and enforcement.
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Milwaukee Shows How Resident-Led Data Can Transform Housing for Communities
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August 06, 2025
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Rent Control Policies in San Francisco May Increase Evictions
July 23, 2025
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