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Banning 2021 Stimulus Checks for Individuals Incarcerated in Federal Prisons.

This bill aims to prevent individuals incarcerated in federal prisons from receiving the 2021 recovery rebates (stimulus checks). The legislation ensures that taxpayer funds allocated for economic relief are not distributed to this specific group. This change directly impacts the eligibility rules for federal aid payments and is applied retroactively.
Key points
Individuals incarcerated in a Federal prison are ineligible to receive the 2021 federal recovery rebates.
The change applies retroactively, effective as if it were included in the original American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
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Print number: 117_HR_1953
Sponsor: Rep. Steil, Bryan [R-WI-1]
Process start date: 2021-03-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Taxpayer-Funded Checks for Prisoners Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1953.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals incarcerated in a Federal prison are ineligible to receive the 2021 federal recovery rebates.
  • The change applies retroactively, effective as if it were included in the original American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Steil, Bryan [R-WI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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