The Cashless Bail Reporting Act directs the Attorney General to make publicly available a list of all states and local governments that permit release pending trial on personal recognizance or an unsecured appearance bond. The list must be published within 30 days of the bill’s enactment and refreshed on a quarterly basis. By providing this information, the act seeks to inform the public and promote accountability in bail decisions. The requirement applies to every jurisdiction that offers cashless bail, ensuring comprehensive coverage nationwide.
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Timeline
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
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Cashless Bail Reporting Act
USA119th CongressHR-5625| House
| Updated: 12/18/2025
The Cashless Bail Reporting Act directs the Attorney General to make publicly available a list of all states and local governments that permit release pending trial on personal recognizance or an unsecured appearance bond. The list must be published within 30 days of the bill’s enactment and refreshed on a quarterly basis. By providing this information, the act seeks to inform the public and promote accountability in bail decisions. The requirement applies to every jurisdiction that offers cashless bail, ensuring comprehensive coverage nationwide.