Prison and Reentry Reform

Due Process Institute promotes policies that improve prison conditions while preparing people for successful reentry into society. This includes expanding education, job training, and support services that reduce recidivism.

Legislative Efforts

Learn about Due Process Institute’s policy work to reform prisons and reentry.

Amicus Briefs

Discover how Due Process Institute advocates in the courts for prison and reentry reform.

Research

Interested in learning about how we can improve prison conditions and reentry systems?

Policy Impact

In July of 2024, President Biden signed the Federal Prison Oversight Act into law. The passage of the bill was the culmination of tireless work from a wide array of reform organizations, including Due Process Institute.

The landmark legislation improved safety for incarcerated people and prison staff by requiring inspections of all Bureau of Prison (BOP) facilities and reporting the findings to Congress. These reforms ensured proper oversight of the BOP and created greater accountability, transparency, and safety within the federal prison system.