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D.C. Inmates Closer to Home: Easing Reentry for Residents

New rules aim to place District of Columbia residents in prison facilities closer to their homes. This will make it easier for families to visit, which can help maintain family ties and facilitate a smoother return to normal life after serving their sentence. These changes are expected to take effect within two years.
Key points
D.C. inmates will be placed in facilities no more than 250 miles from D.C., unless they request or consent to a different location.
In extraordinary circumstances, placement further away is possible, but requires a written explanation to Congress.
The goal is to facilitate family contact and support the reentry process after incarceration.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9185
Sponsor: Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-10-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Improving Reentry for District of Columbia Residents in the Bureau of Prisons Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9185.

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 2022-10-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • D.C. inmates will be placed in facilities no more than 250 miles from D.C., unless they request or consent to a different location.
  • In extraordinary circumstances, placement further away is possible, but requires a written explanation to Congress.
  • The goal is to facilitate family contact and support the reentry process after incarceration.
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 Del. Norton, Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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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