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Grant Program to Reduce Local Jail Populations

This new law establishes a grant program for local governments and organizations to reduce the number of people in local jails and the time they spend there. Funds can support reforms like reducing cash bail and expanding alternatives to incarceration, potentially leading to fewer people held in jail while awaiting trial.
Key points
Financial support for local communities to decrease jail populations.
Allows for eliminating or reducing cash bail, potentially making it easier to be released before trial.
Supports developing alternatives to jail and speeding up case processing, which could shorten time spent awaiting resolution.
Requires grantees to reduce incarceration rates and racial/ethnic disparities in the jail system.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5034
Sponsor: Rep. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6]
Process start date: 2021-08-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Community First Pretrial Reform and Jail Decarceration Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5034.

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:

  • Financial support for local communities to decrease jail populations.
  • Allows for eliminating or reducing cash bail, potentially making it easier to be released before trial.
  • Supports developing alternatives to jail and speeding up case processing, which could shorten time spent awaiting resolution.
  • Requires grantees to reduce incarceration rates and racial/ethnic disparities in the jail system.
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. Trone, David J. [D-MD-6].

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.

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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