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Prohibiting Detention of Youth for Status Offenses

This bill aims to stop placing young people in detention facilities for offenses that would not be crimes if committed by an adult, such as running away or truancy. This change seeks to protect youth from negative influences and support their development outside the criminal justice system, reducing the risk of re-offending. Citizens should be aware that their children will have a greater chance of receiving support instead of detention for minor infractions.
Key points
Eliminates the ability to detain youth in secure facilities for status offenses (e.g., truancy, running away).
Reduces the maximum detention period for youth in secure facilities from 7 to 3 days in exceptional cases.
Limits detention of youth under a court order to once every 6 months.
States receiving federal grants will have one year to comply with the new rules, with a possibility of a single one-year extension.
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Print number: 117_HR_7976
Sponsor: Rep. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29]
Process start date: 2022-06-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Prohibiting Detention of Youth Status Offenders Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7976.

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 2022-06-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Eliminates the ability to detain youth in secure facilities for status offenses (e.g., truancy, running away).
  • Reduces the maximum detention period for youth in secure facilities from 7 to 3 days in exceptional cases.
  • Limits detention of youth under a court order to once every 6 months.
  • States receiving federal grants will have one year to comply with the new rules, with a possibility of a single one-year extension.
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. Cárdenas, Tony [D-CA-29].

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.

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