Criminal Justice (Corrections)

in committee · United States · House Oct 14, 2025

HR 5242: To repeal the Second Chance Amendment Act of 2022 and the Incarceration Reduction Amendment Act of 2016.

HR 5242 would repeal two District of Columbia laws: the Second Chance Amendment Act of 2022 (D.C. Law 24-284) and the Incarceration Reduction Amendment Act of 2016 (D.C. Law 21-36). This bill would restore the legal provisions that existed before these acts were enacted, effectively undoing their changes to D.C. criminal justice policies. Specifically, it would reverse reforms related to reducing incarceration and expanding opportunities for individuals with criminal records. The bill directly affects the District of Columbia’s legal framework governing criminal justice, not individual residents or specific programs.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRepeals DC laws reducing incarceration (2022 Second Chance Act) and expanding reentry opportunities (2016 Incarceration Reduction Act), reversing criminal justice reforms to restore stricter pre-2016 policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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in committee · United States · House Apr 1, 2025

HR 2586: Reentry Act of 2025

HR 2586, the Reentry Act of 2025, amends Medicaid rules to allow incarcerated individuals to receive Medicaid coverage during the 30 days immediately before their release from prison or jail. This directly affects people leaving correctional facilities, ensuring they can access health care as they transition back into communities. The bill requires a report within 18 months analyzing current health care standards in prisons, the number of people who would gain coverage, and current discharge practices to improve Medicaid enrollment for newly released individuals. The report will also assess how to better connect people with community health services and addiction treatment after release.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides Medicaid coverage 30 days pre-release for incarcerated individuals, directly supporting reentry programs and reducing recidivism through healthcare access during transition.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands Medicaid coverage for incarcerated individuals during 30-day pre-release transition, directly improving healthcare access for a vulnerable population.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Children's Health Medicaid Substance Abuse

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in committee · United States · House Nov 25, 2025

HR 6306: AI Fraud Deterrence Act

HR 6306, the AI Fraud Deterrence Act, increases penalties for fraud crimes when artificial intelligence is used to impersonate federal officials. The bill amends existing laws (mail fraud, wire fraud, bank fraud, and money laundering) to add $1 million fines or up to 20 years in prison for AI-assisted fraud, and specifically targets impersonation of government officials with $1 million fines or up to 3 years in prison when AI is used. It defines "artificial intelligence" using the 2020 National AI Initiative Act and includes a First Amendment protection for satire or parody with clear disclosure. The law directly affects scammers using AI to mimic government officials, as highlighted by recent incidents involving impersonated White House and State Department communications.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases penalties for AI fraud, expanding criminalization under existing laws by adding stricter sentences for impersonation of officials.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEnhances cybersecurity by imposing strict penalties for AI-assisted fraud targeting government officials, aligning with regulatory protections against misuse.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 26, 2025

HR 4177: COPS Act

HR 4177, the COPS Act, increases penalties for assaulting, resisting, or impeding federal law enforcement officers. It raises fines for such offenses from up to $200,000 to $500,000 and extends prison sentences from 8 to 10 years for basic assaults, and from 20 to 25 years for assaults involving explosive materials. This bill directly affects individuals who physically confront or obstruct federal officers, including police, border patrol, and other federal personnel. The changes apply to offenses under Title 18, United States Code, Section 111.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases penalties for assaulting federal officers, aligning with 'oppose' indicators of harsher sentencing and expanded criminalization.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement Policing

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in committee · United States · House Feb 2, 2026

HR 7309: Reentry Resource Guide Act of 2026

HR 7309, the Reentry Resource Guide Act of 2026, creates a federal pilot program to fund states in developing digital resource guides for people returning to communities after incarceration. The bill requires states to create comprehensive, regionally sortable online guides listing contact information for 30+ essential services - including housing, employment, healthcare, crisis lines, substance abuse treatment, and disability support - available for download. States apply for 3-year grants (up to $8 million annually from 2027-2030) to build these guides, with funds covering planning, staffing, and maintenance. Grantees must report annually on fund use, and the Attorney General will evaluate the program’s impact on recidivism after the pilot ends. The direct beneficiaries are formerly incarcerated individuals seeking access to critical community resources.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds digital reentry guides with 30+ essential services to improve post-incarceration reintegration, directly reducing recidivism through rehabilitation support.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill requires states to include healthcare services in digital resource guides, improving access to existing healthcare resources for returning citizens.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates digital resource guides for reentry services, promoting internet access and digital equity through online service directories without restricting tech use.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Substance Abuse

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 30, 2025

S 2547: Kate's Law

S 2547 ("Kate's Law") increases penalties for non-citizens who enter the U.S. unlawfully or reenter after removal. It raises the mandatory prison term for aliens who enter without inspection (e.g., evading border checks) and later commit crimes punishable by over one year in prison from 2 to 5 years. For reentry offenses, it mandates minimum 10-year prison sentences for those convicted of serious crimes before removal, or who reenter after multiple removals or specific prior convictions. The bill directly affects non-citizens facing immigration enforcement actions under Sections 275 and 276 of the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases mandatory prison terms for immigration offenses, expanding criminalization and harsher sentencing - directly opposing reform-focused criminal justice policies.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationIncreases mandatory prison terms for unlawful entry/reentry, raising penalties for non-citizens violating immigration laws.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 10, 2025

S 2000: Mitigating Extreme Lawlessness and Threats Act

This bill amends federal law (18 U.S.C. §2101) governing riots by increasing penalties for violent riot-related conduct. It directly affects individuals who participate in riots, particularly those involving violence or assault on federal law enforcement officers. Key provisions establish three penalty tiers: up to 10 years in prison for basic riot violations, 1-10 years for those involving violence, and 1+ years or life for assaulting officers. The changes restructure existing subsections to clarify these enhanced punishments without creating new offenses.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases penalties for riot-related violence and assaults on officers, directly expanding criminalization and mandatory sentences per 'oppose' indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement Violent Crime

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 6, 2025

S 477: Fairness in Fentanyl Sentencing Act of 2025

This bill reduces sentencing thresholds for fentanyl and similar synthetic opioid offenses by lowering the quantity amounts that trigger mandatory minimum penalties (e.g., changing "400 grams" to "20 grams" for certain offenses). It requires the U.S. Sentencing Commission to update federal sentencing guidelines within 120 days to align with these changes. Additionally, it authorizes $9 million for the U.S. Postal Service to purchase chemical screening devices and staff to detect fentanyl and other synthetic opioids in mail and packages. The bill directly affects individuals convicted of federal drug offenses under the Controlled Substances Act.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill lowers fentanyl sentencing threshold from 400g to 20g, increasing mandatory minimum application and expanding punitive sentencing scope.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Drug Policy Sentencing

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in committee · United States · House Feb 26, 2026

HR 7733: Ensuring OB–GYN Care in Prisons Act

This bill requires the Bureau of Prisons to employ at least one full-time, board-certified OB-GYN at every federal prison housing female inmates. It mandates specific services including menstrual care, contraception, prenatal care, cancer screenings, and postpartum support, along with patient protections like informed consent and the right to refuse non-emergency care. The bill also requires initial OB-GYN visits within 14 days of incarceration and establishes a process for referrals to other specialists without delays. Annual reports to Congress will track facility compliance, staffing vacancies, and health outcomes like prenatal visits, childbirths, and pregnancy-related deaths.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates comprehensive healthcare for incarcerated women, aligning with reform goals to improve correctional conditions and protect inmate rights through medical access.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates comprehensive OB-GYN services including prenatal care, contraception, and patient rights protections in prisons, expanding access to essential healthcare for incarcerated women.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Women's Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 14, 2025

SRES 25: A resolution condemning the commutation of the death sentence of Marvin Charles Gabrion II granted by President Biden on December 23, 2024.

SRES 25 is a non-binding Senate resolution expressing disapproval of President Biden's December 23, 2024, commutation of death row inmate Marvin Charles Gabrion II's sentence. The resolution condemns the action, citing Gabrion's conviction for murdering 19-year-old Rachel Timmerman (who was to testify against him) and his suspected involvement in other crimes. It states the Senate believes the commutation undermined justice and was politically motivated, not principled. As a procedural resolution, it has no legal effect and does not change Gabrion's sentence or any laws.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeCondemns commutation of death sentence for murder conviction, opposing reduced punishment and framing it as undermining justice, aligning with anti-reform stance on sentencing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

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