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Prison Education: New Programs and Support for Incarcerated Individuals

This act establishes an Office of Prison Education to improve access to educational programs for individuals in federal prisons. The goal is to reduce re-offending rates and increase employment opportunities after release. Citizens can expect safer communities and more efficient use of public funds.
Key points
Creation of an Office of Prison Education to oversee and develop educational programs in federal prisons.
Increased access to education, including literacy, high school diplomas, vocational training, and postsecondary education, to aid in post-release employment.
Support for incarcerated veterans, including information on and assistance with accessing educational benefits.
Collaboration with education providers and data collection to ensure effective programs that meet workforce needs, while also informing about potential employment restrictions post-release.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5676
Sponsor: Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4]
Process start date: 2021-10-22
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PREP Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5676.

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 2021-10-22.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of an Office of Prison Education to oversee and develop educational programs in federal prisons.
  • Increased access to education, including literacy, high school diplomas, vocational training, and postsecondary education, to aid in post-release employment.
  • Support for incarcerated veterans, including information on and assistance with accessing educational benefits.
  • Collaboration with education providers and data collection to ensure effective programs that meet workforce needs, while also informing about potential employment restrictions post-release.
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.

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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