John,

The U.S. Sentencing Commission wants to hear from you. Take action today urging them to reduce life imprisonment, end racial disparities, and make federal sentencing more fair and just.

The U.S. Sentencing Commission writes and updates the Federal Sentencing Guidelines, which help shape the sentences imposed by judges in federal courts. Changes to the Sentencing Guidelines can play an important role in reducing mass incarceration. For instance, last year the Commission expanded the criteria for which individuals in federal prisons may receive compassionate release, giving many individuals a new hope of returning to their loved ones.

The Sentencing Commission revises the guidelines annually and this year, for the first time, it is inviting the public to play a greater role in shaping their priorities.

Join The Sentencing Project in urging the Commission to end federal over-incarceration and reduce life imprisonment by taking action here. You can also help an incarcerated loved one weigh in. Use the comment portal to upload a letter with their thoughts or they can write directly to United States Sentencing Commission, One Columbus Circle, N.E., Suite 2-500, Washington, D.C. 20002-8002, Attention: Public Affairs – Priorities Comment.

The deadline for comments is July 15. Don’t let this unique opportunity to be heard pass you by.