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Introduced
01/23/2025
01/23/2025
In Committee
01/23/2025
01/23/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/04/2025
06/04/2025
Introduced Session
2025 General Assembly
Bill Summary
To allow formerly incarcerated persons to save funds to assist in their reentry into society.
AI Summary
This bill aims to prohibit halfway houses from charging rent or other fees to formerly incarcerated individuals who are reentering society. Halfway houses are transitional residential facilities that help people leaving prison adjust to life outside of incarceration by providing temporary housing, support services, and a structured environment. By preventing these facilities from charging residents fees, the bill seeks to reduce financial barriers that can make reintegration into society more challenging for people who have been recently released from prison. The legislation recognizes that formerly incarcerated individuals often face significant economic challenges when trying to rebuild their lives, and by eliminating rental and fee requirements at halfway houses, the bill intends to give these individuals a better opportunity to save money, find employment, and successfully reestablish themselves in their communities.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to Joint Committee on Judiciary (on 01/23/2025)
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/cgabillstatus/cgabillstatus.asp?selBillType=Bill&bill_num=HB06379&which_year=2025 |
BillText | https://www.cga.ct.gov/2025/TOB/H/PDF/2025HB-06379-R00-HB.PDF |
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