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CJJ Platform of Position on the Reauthorization of the JJDPA
On April 27, 2008, at the CJJ Council of State Advisory Groups (SAGs) Meeting, and by electronic vote between May 29, 2008 and June 3, 2008, the CJJ Council of SAGs approved a Platform of Position on the Reauthorization of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act (“CJJ Platform on the JJDPA”).
The CJJ Platform on the JJDPA, which was ratified by a two-thirds majority of thirty-eight (38) SAG representatives (Chairs and Chair-designees) present and voting, sets the stage for communicating the collective and individual views of the SAGs prior to the introduction of actual JJDPA Reauthorization legislation in the U.S. Congress. Such legislation is anticipated this spring/summer.
The CJJ Platform was informed by and represents the fruit of almost two years of review, discussion and feedback elicited by the CJJ Government Relations Committee and staff, and received from more than 800 CJJ members representing more than 40 SAGs and state offices, using mechanisms such as an email survey, conference calls and several face-to-face meetings. As a result, the Platform in its entirety articulates the diversity, dedication, aspirations and expertise regarding JJDPA uniquely provided by SAG leaders across the nation.
CJJ urges its members to use the CJJ Platform as a guide when educating members of Congress about why and how to Reauthorize the JJDPA to address more than 30 years of research and innovation, as well as new opportunities and challenges.
Click below to view a PDF of the CJJ Platform:
 CJJ Platform of Position on the Reauthorization of the JJDPA
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