HOUSE 2919118th CongressReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
New Pathways Act
- Last Action
- 4/26/2023
Actions
- 2023-04-26Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 2023-04-26Introduced in House
- 2023-04-26Introduced in House
CRS Summary
As of 2023-04-26 (00)
New Pathways Act
This bill revises existing requirements for the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to help prisoners obtain identification documents prior to their release.
With respect to U.S. citizens, the BOP must obtain and provide a Social Security card, a proof of U.S. citizenship document, and a photo identification card.
With respect to noncitizens, the BOP must help obtain proof of lawful status and, if applicable, an employment authorization document.
Cosponsors (3)
- KWEISI MFUME (D-MD)
- ELEANOR NORTON (D-DC)
- Summer Lee (D-PA)
Subjects
- Correctional facilities and imprisonment
- Criminal justice information and records
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
- Licensing and registrations
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