🔧 Day One Executive Order: Redefining Felon Status in New York Too many New Yorkers carry the label felon for non-violent mistakes—locking them out of jobs, housing, and civil rights for life. That ends on Day One of a JSA2026 administration. ✅ New Definition: “Felon” will only apply to violent crimes—those involving force, weaponry, coercion, or sexual violence. ✅ Non-Violent Offenders: Will be reclassified and have their rights restored, including voting, firearm ownership, and professional licensing. ✅ Second Chance Credential: A state-issued certificate for housing, employment, and federal filings. ✅ Federal Legal Backing: Our plan meets the criteria under 18 U.S. Code § 922(g)(1) for full restoration. 📉 Over 360,000 New Yorkers are living in limbo. Nearly 70% of them are non-violent. 📈 States that restore rights see up to 37% lower recidivism. 🔐 Meanwhile, we’ll go harder than ever on fentanyl and violent crime with mandatory minimums. We aren’t being soft—we’re being smart. 📖 Read the full plan: https://jsa2026.com/campaign-post-april-21-2025/ 📅 June 3, 2025 👤 Jason S. Arnold for Governor, New York 2026 📨 jaysarnold@icloud.com | ☎️ (516) 586-0660 | 🌐 JSA2026.com “I’m not a good candidate. I’m the right one.”