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New Pathways Act
5/19/2026, 10:29 PM
Summary of Bill HR 8645
The bill titled "To amend the Second Chance Act of 2007 to require identification for returning citizens, and for other purposes" was introduced in the 119th Congress on April 30, 2026, as H.R. 8645. The specific directives and key provisions of the bill are not provided in the context object. For detailed information on the purpose, specific directives, and actions proposed in the bill, please refer to the official PDF version available at the provided URL.
Congressional Summary of HR 8645
New Pathways Act
This bill revises existing requirements for the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to help prisoners obtain identification documents prior to their release.
With respect to U.S. citizens, the BOP must obtain and provide a Social Security card, a proof of U.S. citizenship document, and a photo identification card.
With respect to noncitizens, the BOP must help obtain proof of lawful status and, if applicable, an employment authorization document.
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Current Status of Bill HR 8645
Bill HR 8645 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 30, 2026. Bill HR 8645 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 30, 2026. Bill HR 8645's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of April 30, 2026
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 8645
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
7Democrat Cosponsors
7Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8645
Primary Policy Focus
Crime and Law EnforcementAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8645
To amend the Second Chance Act of 2007 to require identification for returning citizens, and for other purposes.
To amend the Second Chance Act of 2007 to require identification for returning citizens, and for other purposes.
Comments
Owen Stout
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4 months ago
This bill gonna help me get a better job, so I'm all for it!
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 8645
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