Rapid City’s Rebound Program has already helped 2,400 people previously incarcerated in jail connect to services for housing, and mental and physical health. Rebound members are 70% less likely to be incarcerated again. #RethinkJails bit.ly/43cXlss

A new Prison Policy Initiative briefing explains that the proposed regressive laws in TX would enshrine the worst features of the current bail system – and force TX jails to send more people out of county or even out of state while awaiting trial. #RethinkJails bit.ly/3ZjQ3Su

SJC has successfully reduced the jail populations of partner sites by 17%. “It is important for people with lived experience to help with the solutions because those closest to the problem are closest to the solution.” - Ronald Simpson-Bey, JustLeadershipUSA, an SJC strategic ally

Summer is around the corner, bringing sweltering heat for those in prisons and jails. @marshallproj sheds light on how extreme heat creates life-threatening conditions for incarcerated people and explores possible solutions. #RethinkJails bit.ly/4jaQVQr

Pima County Jail's INVEST program focuses on life skills and personal responsibility, aiming to reduce people’s chances of ending back in jail. According to county data, the 1st group of 300 participants saw a 31% reduction in recidivism. #RethinkJails bit.ly/3YSFwO7

Happy Pride Month! Vera Institute of Justice and Black and Pink National put together a report to share the experiences and insights of transgender people living behind bars as a way to improve correctional policy. Read for key takeaways and recommendations. #RethinkJails bit.ly/3IXbZu3

The Harris County Jail population has decreased by 9% since January, as over 340 people have been diverted this year to mental health programs instead of immediately being booked into county jail. Diversion programs save costs. #RethinkJails bit.ly/44LHd3A

Reminder to lawmakers across the US wishing the LGBTQ+ community a Happy Pride Month: Lesbian, gay, & bisexual people are 2.25x more likely to be arrested than straight individuals. It’s time to stop the criminalization of LGBTQ+ people.

Sunlight deprivation can cause serious issues, like high blood pressure, osteoporosis, increased risk of diabetes, and mental health problems. Read @marshallproj’s story for more on jails that don’t provide direct access to sunlight and fresh air. bit.ly/43oNEao

St. Louis County Council has voted to fund a life-saving Opioid Use Disorder medication for the county jail 2 months after the supply ran out, which forced dozens of people out of treatment. There are currently 40 people on the waiting list for treatment. bit.ly/43PyHj3

The Orleans Justice Center is over capacity, holding 1,400 people despite a 1,250 limit. Activists blame the cash bail system, which increases jail populations because some people who haven't yet been convicted can't afford the fees associated with it. bit.ly/3Z7I7nw

LGBTQ+ people are disproportionately impacted at every stage of the criminal legal system, from youth incarceration to harsh adult sentencing. Read Prison Policy Initiative’s blog to learn striking findings on the criminalization of queer youth and adults. bit.ly/3HeWEaH

It’s been over a year since the Department of Justice launched a civil rights investigation into Charleston County Jail, but its status remains unclear – even as more deaths occur behind bars. Families deserve answers and justice. #RethinkJails bit.ly/4kFkc6Z

An independent report finds Milwaukee County has made “measurable and meaningful progress” in improving jail conditions, including ending unsafe restraint practices and updating suicide prevention protocols, but work remains to ensure lasting improvements. bit.ly/4kFFoK3

The 2020 George Floyd protests sparked a movement for criminal justice reform in the Bay Area, but five years later, the pendulum is swinging back. In San Francisco, many reforms remain in limbo, especially as Mayor Lurie moves to expand police staffing. bit.ly/43FUHMb

Women often experience multiple systemic failures long before facing arrest. Read R Street Institute’s new post on why prevention matters, early intervention strategies, and potential solutions to keep women out of the system. #RethinkJails bit.ly/43Ui44H

LGBTQ+ capital defendants face unique and complex discrimination in the American capital punishment system. The Appeal found that anti-LGBTQ+ bias impacted more than half of two dozen criminal court cases in which LGBTQ+ defendants faced the death penalty. bit.ly/4dNFhJb

None of Louisiana’s local jails provide adequate care for incarcerated women, according to a new state audit. The report cites a lack of health screenings and failure to meet healthcare needs during and following pregnancy. #RethinkJails bit.ly/43uf1Ba

Mass incarceration costs American families with incarcerated loved ones a staggering $348 billion annually in lost earnings and out-of-pocket spending. Meg Anderson shares the findings of @fwdus' new report on the true cost of prisons and jails for @npr. n.pr/4kqqZSj

🚨New JSP report: Collecting information about people prior to initial court appearances can make the justice system more fair and reduce the number of people in jail unnecessarily before their trial. Read how 3 counties are leading the way 👉 bit.ly/3ZU2apC