In CommitteeFiled Apr 28, 2026
Sponsor: Rep. Kamlager-Dove, Sydney [D-CA-37] (D)
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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Apr 28, 2026
Summary
The Second Look Act lets people in federal prison who are serving sentences longer than ten years ask a federal court to reconsider their punishment, provided they pose no safety risk and demonstrate readiness for reentry. It targets long‑term and life‑like sentences, especially for non‑violent and older inmates, with the goal of reducing unnecessary incarceration and taxpayer costs. The bill is currently referred to the House Judiciary Committee.
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