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Racial Impact Assessment: New Law for Fairer Sentencing

New legislation requires an analysis of whether proposed criminal laws and regulations might negatively affect racial and ethnic minorities. This aims to prevent unfair consequences for various social groups before new laws are enacted. The goal is to ensure that changes in criminal law are equitable for all citizens.
Key points
Before voting on new criminal laws, the government will need to assess their potential impact on racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ individuals.
Analyses will include projected impacts on prison populations, correctional facility costs, and detailed data on effects across different social groups.
The results of these analyses will be publicly available, allowing citizens to better understand the potential consequences of new legislation.
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Print number: 117_HR_8795
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15]
Process start date: 2022-09-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Wayne Ford Racial Impact Statement Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8795.

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 2022-09-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Before voting on new criminal laws, the government will need to assess their potential impact on racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ individuals.
  • Analyses will include projected impacts on prison populations, correctional facility costs, and detailed data on effects across different social groups.
  • The results of these analyses will be publicly available, allowing citizens to better understand the potential consequences of new legislation.
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. Torres, Ritchie [D-NY-15].

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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