Washington (CNN) President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced his support for a bipartisan prison reform bill, called the FIRST Step Act.

"Today, I am thrilled to announce my support for this bipartisan bill that will make our communities safer and give former inmates a second chance at life after they have served their time," Trump said during brief remarks in the Roosevelt Room.

Trump added that the White House pledge "to 'Hire American' includes those leaving prison and looking for a very fresh start -- new job, new life."

Trump's son-in-law and senior adviser, Jared Kushner, who has taken on criminal justice reform efforts since joining the White House, was present during the President's remarks. Also present were fellow White House adviser and first daughter Ivanka Trump, faith leaders, law enforcement leaders and lawmakers supporting the legislation were also present.

"I'm waiting. I'll be waiting with a pen and we will have done something that hasn't been done in many, many years, and it's the right thing to do," Trump added.

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