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New Pathways Act
To amend the Second Chance Act of 2007 to require identification for returning citizens, and for other purposes.
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- Passed Senate
- To President
- Became law
Summary
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.
Summary by the Congressional Research Service, Library of Congress.
Actions
- Apr 30, 2026 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Apr 30, 2026 Introduced in House
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