Revisit the 7 year rule for ex-felons. Most employers are violating this law. How can we provide for our children?

Revisit the 7 year ex-felon rule. Most employers are getting around this law or rule by implementing on the applications or application process," Have you EVER been convicted of a felony". Housing, and Renters are excluding anyone with a felony to obtain a place of residence. This is out of hand. People who were young that made a mistake and served their time. should not be discriminated against for the rest of their lives. How is an ex-felon that creates a family, creates a new life, changes their life, accomplishes positive ethics, should support that family? If the crime happened beyond 7 years ago there should be some incentive in place for the employer. Beyond current incentives etc,To hire an ex- felon. Also, employers should ask," Have you been convicted of a felony within 7 years?