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What this bill does
AI plain-language summaryThis bill changes federal law so that paying bail or bond money for people accused of crimes — including immigration-related cases — is now considered part of the insurance business. This means that organizations like charitable groups that pay bail for defendants would have to follow the same federal fraud laws and state licensing rules that insurance companies follow. If these groups don't meet those requirements, they could face criminal penalties.
Introduced
November 21, 2025
Policy Area
Crime and Law Enforcement
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