Originally published in TheHill President Trump has told Republican senators that he’s open to a new proposal on prison and sentencing reform, giving new life to an issue that seemed hopelessly stalled on Capitol Hill. The compromise presented to Trump by…
Today, the American Conservative Union joined a bipartisan coalition calling for the urgent need to reform our asset forfeiture laws. Specifically, the letter calls on Congress to amend the CJS appropriations bill when it is considered in the House of…
By David Safavian and Louisiana State Rep. Julie Emerson (R-Carencro) Originally published in The Advocate. Coming in first is generally something to be proud of. For instance, LSU football winning the BCS National Championship in 2007, or the New Orleans…
To: Fellow Conservatives From: Pat Nolan Re: Incorrect Information about the First Step Act Date: May 29, 2018 Opponents of the First Step Act make two principal arguments against it: It “would require every federal prisoner, without…
Alexandria, VA – May 23, 2018 – The American Conservative Union Foundation (ACUF) recognized Oklahoma Senator Greg Treat (R-47th) for his work on criminal justice reform efforts in the Oklahoma legislature. Treat is the majority floor leader in the Oklahoma…
FIRST STEP Act Will Prepare Prisoners to Leave Prison Better Than They Enter Alexandria, VA – May 22, 2018 – The American Conservative Union Foundation (ACUF) hailed today’s passage of the FIRST STEP Act, H.R. 5682, a major reform of…