To repeal the Second Chance Amendment Act of 2022 and the Incarceration Reduction Amendment Act of 2016.

# HR 5242 Summary **What the Bill Would Do** HR 5242 would repeal two laws: the Second Chance Amendment Act of 2022 and the Incarceration Reduction Amendment Act of 2016. These laws made changes to criminal sentencing and incarceration policies, particularly in Washington, D.C. By repealing them, this bill would undo those changes and restore previous criminal justice procedures and sentencing rules in the District of Columbia. **Who It Affects** This bill primarily affects Washington, D.C.'s criminal justice system, including individuals convicted or sentenced under these laws, the D.C.

courts, corrections system, and law enforcement. The changes would also impact juvenile crime policies in the District. **Current Status** The bill was introduced by Representative David Kustoff (R-TN) in the 119th Congress and is currently in committee, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill has not advanced to a vote at this time.