On America’s 250th anniversary, we know that business will continue shaping the next 250 years of American justice. But will it be on the right side of history when it does?

The Responsible Business Initiative for Justice will host the event, with support from The Just Trust and Uber, to spotlight corporate leadership on criminal justice and workforce policy reform.

The Sacramento Bee: Labor unions, health access and immigrant advocacy organizations celebrated when Gov. Gavin Newsom signed the Fair Share from Big Corporations Act into law last month. But some policy analysts worry the effort to make companies pay more toward their workers’ healthcare could unintentionally shift who and how they hire.

RBIJ has joined Community Legal Services and The Clean Slate Initiative in filing an amicus brief in Doe v. InformData, LLC, currently before the Fourth Circuit.

In our first segment, RBIJ Advisory Council members Jodi Anderson Jr., Co-Founder of rézme, and Noella Sudbury, Founder & CEO of Rasa, sat down to discuss how they’re using technology as a force for good — from AI-driven record clearing to Fair Chance Hiring.

Construction: Companies that are serious about meeting demand, remaining competitive, and building the next generation of talent can’t afford to overlook job seekers with a record.

Missouri Gov. Mike Kehoe signed SB 1421 into law, which included a bipartisan “Clean Slate” measure that establishes an automated process to identify and expunge eligible low-level drug offenses for thousands of Missourians.

In May 2026, leaders from across the UK and US gathered in London to explore how business and justice can work together to build a stronger workforce and more inclusive economy.

The UK's new ETA rules are blocking justice-impacted U.S. business leaders from entering the country. Hear from Alicia Rasta and Michelle Cirocco of Televerde, Chief Royal Ramey of The Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program, and Jesse Crosson of Night Is Day LLC on what that means for them — and why it needs reform.

The Observer: Critics say Home Office ban on visas for ex-offenders is short-sighted and bad for the economy.

Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed occupational licensing reforms (SB 207) into law — improving transparency around eligibility criteria, making licenses more accessible to the 4.5 million Georgians with a criminal record, and removing barriers to high-demand careers.

The Kansas City Star: SugarBot Sweet Shop supports Clean Slate bills now in Jefferson City. They help fill the workforce and reduce recidivism.

The convening will focus on transatlantic approaches to Fair Chance Hiring and corporate advocacy for justice reform. 

Chicago Tribune: The Corporate Coalition of Chicago and RBIJ share why employers don’t have to wait for Clean Slate implementation, they can start Fair Chance Hiring now.