HB5287

CD CORR-SENTENCE CREDITS

Introduced·2/5/26
Introduced Text

Credit for Change Act: Earned sentence credit for Illinois inmates based on rehabilitation and good conduct.

The Credit for Change Act amends the Illinois Unified Code of Corrections to expand access to earned sentence credit for inmates. Inmates can earn credit for good conduct, participation in rehabilitation programs, and educational achievements. Credit can be revoked for infractions but must follow specific guidelines. The Act aims to promote rehabilitation, reduce recidivism, and address racial inequities in the sentencing system. Effective January 1, 2027.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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4
0
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 26

2:00 PM

House Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing

Mar 24

4:00 PM

House Judiciary - Criminal Committee Hearing

History

Apr 16

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Kevin John Olickal

Mar 27

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 12

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Anne Stava