TAKE ACTION: It's Past Time for Sentencing Reform

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Sentencing reform is long overdue in Arizona. Arizona is one of the only states that provides almost no opportunities for people to earn time off their sentences. HB 2713 would change that by allowing people with drug convictions to earn up to 50 percent off their time in prison by completing programming and treatment that will help them restart their lives. People convicted of other crimes that are considered nonviolent would be able to earn as much as 33 percent off their time in prison. HB 2713 passed through the House of Representatives and heads to the Senate. Urge your senator to vote YES on HB2713!

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Subject It's past time for sentencing reform

As your constituent, I am urging you to vote yes on HB 2713, a bill that will bring long overdue sentencing reform to Arizona.

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HB 2713 passed through the House of Representatives and we need your help to make it law. Arizona is one of the only states that provides almost no opportunities for people to earn time off their time in prison, even if they work hard during their sentence to improve themselves. HB 2713 would change that by allowing people with drug convictions to earn up to 50 percent off their time in prison. People convicted of other crimes that are considered nonviolent would be able to earn as much as 33 percent off their time in prison.

Sentencing reform is urgent because Arizona has one of the highest incarceration rates in the nation and it comes at a tremendous cost to families and taxpayers. 
People incarcerated in Arizona serve longer sentences than they would if they'd been convicted of the same crime in a different state. That's fundamentally unjust.

This legislation will safely reduce people's time in prison by offering incentives for them to participate in programming to address substance abuse issues or equip them with new skills and training that will help them be successful upon release.

This bill will also save Arizona taxpayers tremendously and that money can be reinvested into recidivism programs and other community resources.

HB 2713 is a positive step in the right direction. Please vote yes on HB 2713.

Sincerely,

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[Your Address]

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