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Expedited Release and Home Confinement for Vulnerable Individuals During Public Health Emergencies.

This act aims to speed up releases from prisons and detention centers for individuals at high risk during public health emergencies, such as pandemics. It facilitates access to early release or transfer to home confinement for elderly individuals or those with serious medical conditions. Additionally, it provides funds to improve sanitary conditions in prisons and for testing inmates and staff.
Key points
Expedited compassionate release for individuals over 60 and those with serious medical conditions (e.g., heart disease, diabetes, HIV, cancer) during public health emergencies.
Courts can order temporary transfer to home confinement for individuals in federal custody if necessary for their health or facility safety.
Federal prisons must follow CDC guidelines, provide testing, soap, medical care, and PPE to inmates and staff.
Prisons must inform families and attorneys about inmates' health status and update on visitation and communication policies.
Allocates $50 million to states for identifying and assisting at-risk inmates in seeking early release based on age or medical condition.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_3963
Sponsor: Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4]
Process start date: 2021-06-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Emergency GRACE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3963.

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 2021-06-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Expedited compassionate release for individuals over 60 and those with serious medical conditions (e.g., heart disease, diabetes, HIV, cancer) during public health emergencies.
  • Courts can order temporary transfer to home confinement for individuals in federal custody if necessary for their health or facility safety.
  • Federal prisons must follow CDC guidelines, provide testing, soap, medical care, and PPE to inmates and staff.
  • Prisons must inform families and attorneys about inmates' health status and update on visitation and communication policies.
  • Allocates $50 million to states for identifying and assisting at-risk inmates in seeking early release based on age or medical condition.
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. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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