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Alternatives to Incarceration: Support Program for Parents and Caregivers

This act introduces a program to help parents, expectant parents, and caregivers avoid incarceration by offering them community-based support and resources. Courts can divert such individuals to this program instead of prison, considering their family role and the potential impact of sentencing on their loved ones. The goal is to keep families together and provide them with necessary assistance.
Key points
Individuals with caregiving responsibilities may be diverted to a support program instead of prison, aiming to keep families intact.
The program provides education, job assistance, parenting support, substance abuse and mental health treatment, and access to basic services like healthcare and housing.
Courts will consider the impact of sentencing on the defendant's family and their ability to pay fines, to avoid hindering program participation.
If program conditions are violated, the court may continue support or modify terms; a relapse in substance use disorder will not be the sole reason for exclusion.
For individuals under 21 who successfully complete the program, arrest and criminal proceedings records may be expunged from official records.
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Print number: 117_S_2477
Sponsor: Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR]
Process start date: 2021-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FAMILIES Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2477.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals with caregiving responsibilities may be diverted to a support program instead of prison, aiming to keep families intact.
  • The program provides education, job assistance, parenting support, substance abuse and mental health treatment, and access to basic services like healthcare and housing.
  • Courts will consider the impact of sentencing on the defendant's family and their ability to pay fines, to avoid hindering program participation.
  • If program conditions are violated, the court may continue support or modify terms; a relapse in substance use disorder will not be the sole reason for exclusion.
  • For individuals under 21 who successfully complete the program, arrest and criminal proceedings records may be expunged from official records.
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 Sen. Wyden, Ron [D-OR].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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