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Recovery Rebates Redirected: Funds for Crime Victims, Not Murder Convicts.

This law changes the rules for 2021 financial aid payments, ensuring that individuals convicted of murder do not receive these funds. Instead, the money will be redirected to the Crime Victims Fund to compensate victims. This means public funds will be better targeted to support those who have suffered harm.
Key points
Individuals convicted of murder will no longer receive 2021 recovery rebates.
Funds previously allocated to convicts will be transferred to the Crime Victims Fund.
Money from the Fund will be used for restitution to crime victims.
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Print number: 117_S_929
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 convicted of murder 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_929.

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 convicted of murder will no longer receive 2021 recovery rebates.
  • Funds previously allocated to convicts will be transferred to the Crime Victims Fund.
  • Money from the Fund will be used for 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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