Cornyn: New Criminal Justice Reform Law Brings Texas Model Nationwide

Statement

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) released the following statement after President Trump signed the First Step Act into law, which includes Senator Cornyn's prison reform provisions:

"I've worked for years to bring the Texas model of successful prison reform nationwide, and this law will help us close the revolving door of recidivism for Americans looking for a second chance on life. This is a great example of what we can achieve when we bring ideas that work from our home states -- the laboratories of democracy - to Congress."

"The First Step Act was a whole of government effort that required input from both sides of the aisle and law enforcement groups to make this bill stronger, and I'm gratified by President Trump's support."

The First Step Act includes provisions from Senator Cornyn's prison reform legislation, which was modeled after Texas' successful reforms.

Background on Senator Cornyn's Prison Reform Provisions:

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