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More work needed before probation reform bill can be celebrated as reform | Editorial

The probation reform bill that was advanced by the Judiciary Committee looks nothing like the bill that was originally introduced.

State Rep. Jordan Harris is applauded during a press conference on legislation aimed at reforming the Pennsylvania probation and parole system at Thomas Paine Plaza Tuesday, April 2, 2019. The press conference included Meek Mill along with author and CNN host Van Jones, advocates and members of the REFORM Alliance, and state representatives and legislatures.
State Rep. Jordan Harris is applauded during a press conference on legislation aimed at reforming the Pennsylvania probation and parole system at Thomas Paine Plaza Tuesday, April 2, 2019. The press conference included Meek Mill along with author and CNN host Van Jones, advocates and members of the REFORM Alliance, and state representatives and legislatures.Read moreHEATHER KHALIFA / Staff Photographer