H.R.2865: Reverse Mass Incarceration Act of 2019

Overview

Reverse Mass Incarceration Act of 2019 This bill authorizes a grant program for states to implement evidence-based programs designed to reduce crime rates and incarcerations.

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Our Stance

Watching

Priority

Medium

Bill Number

H.R.2865

Date Introduced

May 21, 2019

Committee

House Judiciary Committee

Bill Status

Introduced or Prefiled

Sponsor

Rep. Tony Cárdenas

Co Sponsors