New Pathways Act

Hozzl · 2026-05-19T22:29:05Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8645 New Pathways Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Crime and Law Enforcement. Stay informed on legislative developments.

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