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Transportation for Reentry Act

2/6/2024, 8:15 AM

Summary of Bill HR 4728

The Transportation for Reentry Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4728, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to provide transportation assistance to individuals who are reentering society after being incarcerated.

The bill proposes to establish a grant program that would provide funding to states and local governments to help cover the costs of transportation for individuals who have been released from prison or jail. This transportation assistance could include things like bus passes, gas cards, or other forms of transportation vouchers.

The Transportation for Reentry Act aims to address the significant barriers that individuals face when trying to reintegrate into society after being released from incarceration. Lack of transportation can make it difficult for individuals to access important services such as job training, employment opportunities, and healthcare. By providing transportation assistance, this bill seeks to help individuals successfully reintegrate into society, reduce recidivism rates, and ultimately save taxpayer dollars by reducing the likelihood of individuals returning to prison. Overall, the Transportation for Reentry Act is a bipartisan effort to support individuals who are reentering society after being incarcerated by addressing a critical need for transportation assistance.

Current Status of Bill HR 4728

Bill HR 4728 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 19, 2023. Bill HR 4728 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 19, 2023.  Bill HR 4728's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Highways and Transit. as of July 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4728

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
32
Democrat Cosponsors
32
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4728

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4728

Transportation for Reentry Act
Transportation for Reentry Act
To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide for free public transportation for individuals who are recently released from incarceration.

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