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Ending Detention for Youth Status Offenses

This bill aims to stop placing young people in secure detention facilities solely for committing acts that would not be criminal offenses if committed by an adult, such as running away or skipping school. The change is intended to protect youth from negative influences and ensure they are not placed with individuals accused of serious crimes.
Key points
The act prohibits detaining youth in secure facilities for status offenses (e.g., truancy, running away), even if they violated a previous court order.
The goal is to return to the original principles that youth should not be held in secure detention for non-criminal acts.
States have one year to comply with the new rules, with a possible one-year extension in cases of hardship.
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Print number: 117_S_4362
Sponsor: Sen. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA]
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_S_4362.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-06-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act prohibits detaining youth in secure facilities for status offenses (e.g., truancy, running away), even if they violated a previous court order.
  • The goal is to return to the original principles that youth should not be held in secure detention for non-criminal acts.
  • States have one year to comply with the new rules, with a possible one-year extension in cases of hardship.
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. Casey, Robert P., Jr. [D-PA].

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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