Bill > H0907

This bill modifies Florida's criminal sentencing and gain-time policies to provide more opportunities for inmates to reduce their prison sentences through constructive programming and rehabilitation efforts. The legislation allows the Florida Department of Corrections to award additional gain-time (sentence reduction credits) to inmates who complete vocational certificates, educational or rehabilitation programs, participate in workforce preparedness programs, or demonstrate a commitment to rehabilitation. Specifically, inmates can now earn between 30 to 180 additional days of gain-time for completing various programs, with up to 5 days per month available for vocational program participation. The bill also establishes different minimum sentence completion requirements: inmates convicted of nonviolent felonies must serve at least 65% of their sentence, while those convicted of other felonies must serve at least 85%. These changes aim to incentivize inmates to engage in self-improvement and rehabilitation programs while ensuring that more serious offenders serve a substantial portion of their original sentenced time. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, giving the corrections system time to implement the new provisions.

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https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/907