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Report on Bail and Pretrial Release in Felony Cases

This new law requires the government to collect and publish data on individuals charged with serious crimes who are released on bail or pretrial. The goal is to better understand how these releases affect public safety and whether these individuals commit new crimes. This will provide citizens with information on the effectiveness of current release policies.
Key points
The government will be required to collect and publish data on individuals charged with serious offenses who are released before trial.
The report will show how many individuals released on bail or pretrial are rearrested for additional serious crimes.
The act aims to increase transparency in the justice system, potentially influencing future public safety decisions.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2833
Sponsor: Rep. Fitzgerald, Scott [R-WI-5]
Process start date: 2023-04-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Pretrial Release Reporting Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2833.

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 2023-04-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will be required to collect and publish data on individuals charged with serious offenses who are released before trial.
  • The report will show how many individuals released on bail or pretrial are rearrested for additional serious crimes.
  • The act aims to increase transparency in the justice system, potentially influencing future public safety decisions.
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 Rep. Fitzgerald, Scott [R-WI-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 15 - 7.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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