Washington HB1131 modifies clemency and pardons procedures, including board composition and supervision of offenders.

Washington HB1131 amends laws concerning clemency and pardons. It establishes a clemency and pardons board within the governor's office, consisting of 10 members appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate. The board includes members with lived experience in communities of color, formerly incarcerated individuals, faith-based representatives, tribal affairs experts, and others. Board members must undergo racial equity and restorative justice training. The board reviews petitions for commutation or pardon and makes recommendations to the governor.

Washington HB1131 modifies clemency and pardons procedures, including board composition and supervision of offenders.

Washington HB1131 amends laws concerning clemency and pardons. It establishes a clemency and pardons board within the governor's office, consisting of 10 members appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate. The board includes members with lived experience in communities of color, formerly incarcerated individuals, faith-based representatives, tribal affairs experts, and others. Board members must undergo racial equity and restorative justice training. The board reviews petitions for commutation or pardon and makes recommendations to the governor.