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Statement from the Press Secretary Regarding the House of Representatives’ Passage of H.R. 5682 – the FIRST STEP Act

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The Trump Administration is encouraged that the House of Representatives passed the bipartisan FIRST STEP Act today. This is an important bill that promotes evidence-based programs to reduce recidivism and crime in America’s communities. Today’s strong bipartisan vote paves a path for action by the Senate.