HR 8645
New Pathways Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 2:43 AM
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Bill overview
The New Pathways Act amends the Second Chance Act of 2007 to ensure that returning citizens, specifically noncitizens lawfully present in the United States and United States citizens, receive identification before their release from prison or community confinement. It mandates that the Director of the Bureau of Prisons provide photo identification cards compliant with the REAL ID Act and assists in obtaining necessary documents like social security cards and proof of citizenship or lawful status. The Act also establishes a process for assisting noncitizens in obtaining employment authorization and developing a release plan with the United States Probation System.
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Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
Henry C. "Hank" Johnson
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