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NIJ’s Role Under the First Step Act

The First Step Act of 2018 (the Act) aims to reform the federal prison system and reduce recidivism.

NIJ plays a key role in major components of the Act and will assist the Attorney General in —

  • Assessing the Federal Bureau of Prisons’ existing risk and needs assessment system.
  • Developing and evaluating a...

NIJ's Role Under the First Step Act

Date Published
June 2019
Publication Type
Report (Technical Assistance), Program/Project Description, Legislation/Policy Description
Agencies
NIJ