Bills/H.R. 3552

Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2025

Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2025

In CommitteeJudiciaryHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
Bill Progress · House
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Plain Language Summary

# Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2025 Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Second Chance Reauthorization Act of 2025 would extend and update federal programs designed to help formerly incarcerated individuals reintegrate into society. These programs typically provide support for job training, employment assistance, housing, and other services that help people rebuild their lives after release from prison. By reauthorizing these programs, the bill would allow them to continue operating and potentially receive updated funding. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily affects formerly incarcerated individuals seeking to reenter their communities, as well as the nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and employers involved in reentry programs.

It could also impact taxpayers funding these initiatives and communities where returning citizens live and work. **Current Status:** The bill is currently in committee (as of the information provided), meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. Without access to the bill's specific text or detailed provisions, additional details about funding amounts, program specifics, or other key features cannot be determined from this summary.

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Latest Action

May 21, 2025

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Sponsor

31 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
May 21, 2025
Last Updated
May 21, 2025
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