Cashless Bail Reporting Act

Bill Number

H.R. 5625

Origin Chamber

House

Congress

119th Congress, Session 2

Policy Area

Crime and Law Enforcement

Status

Passed House

Latest Action

2026-05-18: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Last Updated

2026-06-11T23:41:31Z

AI-Generated Summary

Purpose

The legislation aims to increase transparency by requiring the federal government to identify and publicly list states and local areas that allow certain criminal defendants to be released before trial without posting cash bail. This focuses on serious offenses that could affect public safety.

Key Provisions

• The Attorney General must create and release a public list of states and units of local government that permit release pending trial on personal recognizance or an unsecured appearance bond for covered offenses.
• This list must be published no later than one year after the law takes effect and updated every year after that.
• A "covered offense" includes crimes the Attorney General views as threats to public safety, such as:
• Violent or sexual acts, including murder, rape, sexual assault, carjacking, robbery, burglary, and assault.
• Offenses promoting public disorder, such as looting, vandalism, destruction of property, rioting, inciting to riot, or fleeing from law enforcement.

Significant Changes to Existing Law

This bill introduces a new federal reporting requirement that did not previously exist. It does not change state or local bail laws directly but adds an ongoing obligation for the Department of Justice to collect and disclose information about jurisdictions using cashless bail practices for serious crimes.

Potential Impacts

• Government agencies: The Attorney General and Department of Justice will need to gather data from states and localities, which may increase administrative work and require new coordination efforts.
• Citizens: The public will have easier access to information about bail policies in different areas, potentially helping with awareness of local criminal justice practices.
• International relations: No direct effects are outlined in the legislation.

Main Stakeholders Affected

• Federal agencies, particularly the Department of Justice and the Attorney General.
• State governments and units of local government whose bail policies will be listed.
• Law enforcement officials and courts in affected jurisdictions.
• Members of the public interested in criminal justice and public safety issues.

Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications

The bill touches on federalism by having the federal government monitor and report on state and local criminal procedures, though it stops short of requiring any changes to those practices. It could lead to public or political pressure on listed jurisdictions to adjust their bail policies. No major constitutional issues, such as conflicts with due process, are directly addressed in the text.

This summary was generated by AI and may contain inaccuracies. Refer to the official source document for the authoritative text.

Sponsor

Rep. Harris, Mark [R-NC-8]

Cosponsors (23)

Rep. Biggs, Andy [R-AZ-5], Rep. Roy, Chip [R-TX-21], Rep. Taylor, David J. [R-OH-2], Rep. Murphy, Gregory F. [R-NC-3], Rep. Brecheen, Josh [R-OK-2], Rep. Miller, Mary E. [R-IL-15], Rep. Norman, Ralph [R-SC-5], Rep. Edwards, Chuck [R-NC-11], Rep. Biggs, Sheri [R-SC-3], Rep. Self, Keith [R-TX-3], Rep. Fry, Russell [R-SC-7], Rep. Hamadeh, Abraham J. [R-AZ-8], Rep. Harrigan, Pat [R-NC-10], Rep. Hunt, Wesley [R-TX-38], Rep. Nehls, Troy E. [R-TX-22], Rep. Luna, Anna Paulina [R-FL-13], Rep. McCormick, Richard [R-GA-7], Rep. Gill, Brandon [R-TX-26], Rep. Fitzgerald, Scott [R-WI-5], Rep. McDowell, Addison P. [R-NC-6], Rep. Guest, Michael [R-MS-3], Rep. Cline, Ben [R-VA-6], Rep. Moore, Tim [R-NC-14]

Recent Actions

• 2026-05-18: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
• 2026-05-14: Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
• 2026-05-14: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 308 - 116 (Roll no. 171). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H3471) (Roll call 171)
• 2026-05-14: Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 308 - 116 (Roll no. 171). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H3471) (Roll call 171)
• 2026-05-14: Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3507)
• 2026-05-14: POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 5625, the Chair put the question on passage and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Raskin demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.
• 2026-05-14: The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
• 2026-05-14: DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 5625.
• 2026-05-14: Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5625, H.R. 6260, H.R. 8365, H. Con. Res. 96 and H.R. 8469. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 5625, H.R. 6260, H.R. 8365, and H.Con.Res. 96 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8469 under a structured rule. The resolution makes in order one motion to recommit on each bill.
• 2026-05-14: Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1275. (consideration: CR H3471-3474)
• 2026-05-12: Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1275 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 5625, H.R. 6260, H.R. 8365, H. Con. Res. 96 and H.R. 8469. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 5625, H.R. 6260, H.R. 8365, and H.Con.Res. 96 under a closed rule. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8469 under a structured rule. The resolution makes in order one motion to recommit on each bill.
• 2026-04-09: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 522.
• 2026-04-09: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 119-602.
• 2026-04-09: Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 119-602.
• 2025-12-18: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.

Bill Versions

• Cashless Bail Reporting Act — issued 2026-05-14 — PDF (4 pages)
• Cashless Bail Reporting Act — issued 2025-09-30 — PDF (2 pages)
• Cashless Bail Reporting Act — issued 2026-05-18 — PDF (3 pages)
• Cashless Bail Reporting Act — issued 2026-04-09 — PDF (4 pages)

Related Bills

• H.Res. 1275 (119th Congress)