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SB 159·CO·senate

Inmate Earned Time Formula for Sentence to Department of Corrections

Signed into LawFiled Apr 9, 2026
Sponsor: Julie Gonzales (D)
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Governor Signed

May 19, 2026

Summary

The bill changes how many days of earned time an inmate can receive each month and adds new achievement credits for program milestones or exceptional conduct. It also establishes a multi‑agency working group to develop a data‑driven plan for managing prison capacity and release processes. The changes target inmates serving certain felonies and aim to boost rehabilitation while addressing overcrowding.

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