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Introduced
01/04/2021
01/04/2021
In Committee
03/01/2021
03/01/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2023
01/03/2023
Introduced Session
117th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To enhance public health and safety by improving the effec- tiveness and efficiency of the Federal prison system for incarcerated pregnant women and mothers by estab- lishing a pilot program of critical-stage, developmental nurseries in Federal prisons for children born to inmates, with risk and needs assessments, and risk and recidivism reduction.
AI Summary
This bill, the "Stop Infant Mortality And Recidivism Reduction Act of 2021" or the "SIMARRA Act," establishes a pilot program within the Federal Bureau of Prisons to allow incarcerated pregnant women and their children to reside together during the inmate's imprisonment. The program aims to prevent infant mortality, reduce recidivism rates of incarcerated women and mothers, and enhance public safety by implementing a risk and needs assessment system tailored to the specific needs of this population. The bill outlines the Director's duties, including developing the assessment system, conducting research, and reporting to Congress. It also details the eligibility, terms, and termination of the program, as well as the authorization of $10 million in appropriations for fiscal years 2021 through 2025 to carry out the Act.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, and Homeland Security. (on 03/01/2021)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/120/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr120/BILLS-117hr120ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/117/bills/hr120/BILLS-117hr120ih.pdf.pdf |
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