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H.R. 5625: Cashless Bail Reporting Act

This bill, titled the Cashless Bail Reporting Act, mandates the Attorney General to create and publicly share a list of each state and local government that allows cashless bail practices. Cashless bail refers to scenarios where individuals charged with an offense can be released from custody before their trial either on their own promise to appear in court (personal recognizance) or by signing an unsecured appearance bond, which doesn't require upfront cash payment.

Key Provisions

The Attorney General is required to publish this list within 30 days after the bill is enacted.
This list must include all states and local government units that implement cashless bail systems.
The list will be updated quarterly to reflect any changes in jurisdictions allowing cashless bail.

Purpose of the Bill

The bill aims to increase transparency regarding cashless bail practices across the United States. By having an accessible list, it would provide a clear understanding of where cashless bail is permitted and help inform discussions and decisions related to criminal justice practices.

Impact

This legislation focuses on the reporting rather than the implementation of cashless bail systems. Therefore, while it might influence how states and local governments apply cashless bail, the bill itself does not alter existing bail laws or create new requirements for jurisdictions.

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Actions

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Date	Action
May. 18, 2026	Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
May. 14, 2026	Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H3507)
May. 14, 2026	Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1275. (consideration: CR H3471-3474)
May. 14, 2026	DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 5625.
May. 14, 2026	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
May. 14, 2026	On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 308 - 116 (Roll no. 171). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H3471)
May. 14, 2026	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)
May. 14, 2026	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.
May. 14, 2026	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.
May. 14, 2026	The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
May. 12, 2026	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.
Apr. 09, 2026	Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 522.
Apr. 09, 2026	Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Judiciary. H. Rept. 119-602.
Dec. 18, 2025	Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Dec. 18, 2025	Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by Voice Vote.
Sep. 30, 2025	Introduced in House
Sep. 30, 2025	Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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