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Redirecting Recovery Rebates from Inmates to Crime Victims

This bill aims to change the rules for 2021 recovery rebates, ensuring that individuals in prison do not receive these funds. Instead, these amounts will be redirected to the Crime Victims Fund to compensate victims. This means taxpayer money previously allocated to inmates will now support those affected by crime.
Key points
Individuals in prison will not receive 2021 recovery rebates.
Funds previously allocated to inmates will be transferred to the Crime Victims Fund.
Money from the Crime Victims Fund will be used to pay restitution to crime victims.
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Print number: 117_S_928
Sponsor: Sen. Cruz, Ted [R-TX]
Process start date: 2021-03-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to ensure that the 2021 recovery rebates as provided for in the American Rescue Plan Act are not provided to prison inmates and that such sums shall be redirected to the Department of Justice to be paid out in the form of restitution to compensate victims of crime.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_928.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals in prison will not receive 2021 recovery rebates.
  • Funds previously allocated to inmates will be transferred to the Crime Victims Fund.
  • Money from the Crime Victims Fund will be used to pay restitution to crime victims.
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. Cruz, Ted [R-TX].

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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