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HB481Introduced in the House

Relating To Offender Reentry.

IntroducedHouse Public Safety

Introduced by Chris Muraoka, District 45

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Requires the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation to issue a certificate of suitability for employment. Requires the Department to collaborate with state and federal agencies and private employers to educate stakeholders on the certification. Appropriate funds.

Where it stands

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

December 8, 2025

How did lawmakers vote?

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Bill history

  1. Pending introduction.

  2. Introduced and Pass First Reading.

  3. Referred to PBS, FIN, referral sheet 2

  4. Bill scheduled to be heard by PBS on Friday, 01-31-25 10:00AM in House conference room 411 VIA VIDEOCONFERENCE.

  5. The committee(s) on PBS recommend(s) that the measure be deferred.

  6. Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

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