and strengthens the local workforce. Employers heard directly from peers, including JPMorgan Chase, about the economic value and resilience justice-involved employees bring to the workplace. There was also progress on the legislative front. CJAC supported the passage of two important laws: House Bill 1460, which reduces or eliminates harmful court fines and fees; and Senate Bill 690, which ensures that incarcerated individuals working toward a GED can retain their academic progress across facilities. Both reforms are expected to reduce recidivism and promote economic stability. The Misdemeanor Diversion Program (MDP), supported by a federal COSSUP grant and administered through a partnership between Diversion Hub and Red Rock Behavioral Health, boasts a 78% graduation rate. Program data show that participants with stable employment are 3.4 times more likely to succeed— underscoring the importance of support services like housing, therapy and job training. CJAC also advanced the DataHub project, an integrated justice data system designed to track outcomes
across the legal continuum—from arrest to case resolution. Combined with public-facing dashboards, this effort aims to increase transparency, identify system delays and help prevent people from falling through the cracks. As Walton and CJAC look to the future, their focus remains clear: aligning public resources toward rehabilitation, prevention and equity. To stay engaged with their ongoing work, visit okcountycjac.com or follow @OKCountyCJAC on social media.
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