GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF NORTH CAROLINA

EXTRA SESSION 1994

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SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION 68*

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Sponsors: Senator Edwards.
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Referred to:  Courts.
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February 11, 1994

A JOINT RESOLUTION URGING THE GOVERNMENT OF THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA TO TAKE A LEADERSHIP ROLE IN HIRING QUALIFIED PERSONS WHO HAVE COMPLETED PRISON SENTENCES OR WHO ARE ON PAROLE.
Whereas, while serving prison sentences, many prisoners take advantage of training courses provided by the State of North Carolina to help them find employment and establish careers once they have completed their sentences; and
Whereas, persons with criminal records often face unfair discrimination and barriers when seeking employment, although they may possess the qualifications and skills necessary for employment; and
Whereas, hiring qualified persons who have completed their sentences or are on parole would benefit the State of North Carolina; and
Whereas, the State government should take a leadership role in hiring qualified persons who have completed prison sentences or who are on parole;
Now, therefore, be it resolved by the Senate, the House of Representatives concurring:
Section 1.  The General Assembly urges the government of the State of North Carolina to take a leadership role in hiring qualified persons who have completed prison sentences or who are on parole.
Sec. 2.  The Secretary of State shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the members of the Council of State.
Sec. 3.  This resolution is effective upon ratification.