Criminal Justice

The Maryland General Assembly has adjourned for the year. See what we accomplished, where we experienced setbacks, and how we can continue to bring more equity and justice to our region moving forward.

Crossover Day has passed. Now it's time to assess where our bills are, and how we can bring more equity and justice to our region by the end of the General Assembly session.

Judaism has many values that support the passage of a paid family and medical leave law.

It is our sacred duty to treat children lovingly and humanely and doing so makes them healthier adults. Despite this, children do not have many rights in our society and here in Maryland we are [...]

The evidence is clear: sending children to courts designed for adults is harmful for children, detrimental to public safety, and grossly inefficient.

JUFJers have finished their pre-session legislator meetings!

Take a look at how our "Honoring Dr. King: The Enduring Relevance of 'Letter from a Birmingham Jail'" event went.

Judaism recognizes that the wellbeing of society is determined by our treatment of children.

The Maryland General Assembly's special legislative session has ended, and we have great news!

Our ancestors fought against injustice, and we are called to follow their example. Let’s continue building a Maryland that works for us all.