HB 1256: Procedures & Data Individual's Release from Department of Corrections
HB 1256 status: Enacted — Governor Signed (updated Jun 3, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialThe act requires the department of corrections (department) to furnish an individual being discharged from the department's custody a release allowance of at least $100, free of any deductions. Beginning by September 15, 2027, and annually thereafter, the department is required to collect and report discharge data, inc...
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct environmental benefit identified
Risks
- No direct environmental risk identified
Economy
Benefits
- Facilitates workforce entry by providing necessary state IDs
- Reduces barriers to gainful employment upon release
Risks
- Potential administrative cost for data collection and reporting
Society
Benefits
- Standardizes $100 release allowance to assist immediate needs
- Reduces recidivism by ensuring individuals have critical identification documents
Risks
- Reliance on inter-agency cooperation for documentation may face operational hurdles
How trustworthy & consequential it is
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OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Effective implementation depends on successful cooperation between the Department of Corrections and Public Health
Analysis based on a legislative summary rather than full bill text
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