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Alternatives to Incarceration: Support for Parents and Caregivers

This new law aims to divert parents, expectant parents, and caregivers from incarceration into community-based support programs. Instead of prison, these individuals can participate in educational, vocational, and therapeutic programs, helping them reintegrate into society and maintain family ties. Courts will consider the impact of incarceration on families and the potential for success in the program, and may waive certain fees and fines.
Key points
Parents and caregivers may be directed to special support programs instead of prison to keep families together.
These programs offer education, job assistance, addiction treatment, and mental health support, as well as help with access to basic services like healthcare and housing.
The court will assess whether the program is a better solution than imprisonment, considering the family's well-being and the participant's chances of success.
In some cases, upon successful completion of the program, arrest and criminal proceedings records may be expunged, facilitating a return to normal life.
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Print number: 118_HR_6341
Sponsor: Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7]
Process start date: 2023-11-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

FAMILIES Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6341.

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 2023-11-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Parents and caregivers may be directed to special support programs instead of prison to keep families together.
  • These programs offer education, job assistance, addiction treatment, and mental health support, as well as help with access to basic services like healthcare and housing.
  • The court will assess whether the program is a better solution than imprisonment, considering the family's well-being and the participant's chances of success.
  • In some cases, upon successful completion of the program, arrest and criminal proceedings records may be expunged, facilitating a return to normal life.
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. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7].

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 2025-12-25.

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