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Pilot Program for Offender Education at HBCUs

This bill creates a 5-year pilot program offering grants to up to 10 Historically Black Colleges and Universities. These grants will fund educational programs like GED or college courses for individuals recently released or soon to be released from prison, aiming to help them successfully return to their communities.
Key points
Provides funding for educational programs for former and future inmates.
Programs will be offered at selected Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Aims to help individuals re-enter society through education.
Requires matching funds from participating colleges.
Government will study the program's results after it ends.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5016
Sponsor: Rep. Hill, J. French [R-AR-2]
Process start date: 2021-08-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Shift Back to Society Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5016.

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 2021-08-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Provides funding for educational programs for former and future inmates.
  • Programs will be offered at selected Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
  • Aims to help individuals re-enter society through education.
  • Requires matching funds from participating colleges.
  • Government will study the program's results after it ends.
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. Hill, J. French [R-AR-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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