Currently Illinois’ state hiring process involves multiple rules, procedural steps, and levels of review.
Read MoreThe John Howard Association of Illinois (JHA) congratulates John Baldwin on his appointment as the new Director of the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC).
Read MoreJHA commends the Commission for its initial report, and agrees with the findings, processes, and goals articulated therein. The challenge now facing the Commission and Illinois is to take bold action to put this conceptual framework into practice.
Read MoreAs the only independent group that systemically monitors Illinois' correctional facilities, the John Howard Association believes that we should not close the Hardin County Work Camp. While Illinois needs to cut costs to become fiscally solvent, the relatively small savings resulting from closing this work camp weighed against the benefits it provides and the potential harms of eliminating the program do not justify closure.
Read MoreThe John Howard Association is pleased to announce that Jennifer Vollen-Katz has been appointed its new Executive Director, effective May 6, 2015.
Read MoreJHA supports Cook County policy shift on diverting low level drug offenses from criminal prosecution.
Read MoreThe John Howard Association of Illinois congratulates Donald Stolworthy on his appointment as the new Director of the Illinois Department of Corrections.
Read MoreHearing on Proposed Resolution Urging the Illinois General Assembly to Pass HB 172 to Restore Judicial Discretion in the Transfer of Juveniles to Adult Court.
Read MoreOn February 4, the Governor laid out his plan for criminal justice reform in his state of the state address, and a written agenda, “The Illinois Turnaround.”
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