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New Pathways Act: ID & Reintegration Support for Released Individuals.

This act aims to ease the transition for individuals released from federal prisons or community confinement back into society. It mandates assistance in obtaining crucial identification documents like photo IDs, Social Security cards, and proof of citizenship or immigration status. Additionally, it offers support in developing a release plan to help individuals successfully reintegrate into daily life.
Key points
Requires federal authorities to provide REAL ID-compliant photo identification cards to U.S. citizens before release from federal custody.
Mandates assistance for U.S. citizens in obtaining Social Security cards and proof of U.S. citizenship upon release.
Provides support for non-citizens to obtain proof of lawful status and employment authorization documents.
Offers assistance in developing a release plan for individuals directly released from federal custody.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2919
Sponsor: Rep. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12]
Process start date: 2023-04-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

New Pathways Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2919.

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 2023-04-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires federal authorities to provide REAL ID-compliant photo identification cards to U.S. citizens before release from federal custody.
  • Mandates assistance for U.S. citizens in obtaining Social Security cards and proof of U.S. citizenship upon release.
  • Provides support for non-citizens to obtain proof of lawful status and employment authorization documents.
  • Offers assistance in developing a release plan for individuals directly released from federal custody.
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. Watson Coleman, Bonnie [D-NJ-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-13.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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