Ex-Gov. Says Ex-Convicts Shouldn’t Be Labeled As Felons
Former Gov. Ryan, who served a federal prison term on corruption charges, says the "felon" tag is a burden for someone looking for a job.
Plan That Would Allow Ex-Felons To Work In Schools Gets Support From Conservatives
Current state law prohibits people with felony records from working in a school, or volunteering, or even driving a truck that makes deliveries to a school. But a measure pending before the Illinois House of Representatives could change that.
