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BillHR 8481 · 119

Kayleigh’s Law Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 23, 2026
Cosponsors
21
Traction
0
Last Action
Jun 3, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires law enforcement agencies to notify certain individuals, likely victims' families, when a prisoner's release date is approaching or has been changed. Establishes procedures for these notifications to ensure timely updates.

Sponsored By

Abraham J. Hamadeh
Republican · Arizona · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 23, 2026
  3. Jun 3, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects families of crime victims and prisoners, as it provides them with timely notifications about changes to a prisoner's release date, potentially allowing them to prepare or take action.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
21backers
  • Republican21
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

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Cosponsors (21)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicSafety & Crime
CommitteeJudiciary Committee
IntroducedApr 23, 2026
Last UpdatedJun 3, 2026
Latest ActionOrdered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 23 - 0.
Subjects
  • Safety

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.