What is the current status of HR 3815?

HR 3815 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 3815?

HR 3815 was sponsored by Summer Lee (D), Rep.

Legal Help for Arrested Individuals

IntroducedJune 6, 2025

Introduced6 months ago

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House

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Introduced in Senate

Why This Matters

This bill aims to improve legal representation for people arrested for crimes by providing funding and training for attorneys. It ensures that individuals have access to legal help during court proceedings after their arrest.

If you or someone you know is arrested, this bill could help ensure they get a lawyer during court proceedings.

Who this affects

Individuals arrested · Legal representation seekers

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill allows the Attorney General to give money to states and local governments for legal representation.
2It focuses on providing legal help to people after they are arrested for a crime.
3The bill also funds training for public defenders and court-appointed attorneys.
4It sets aside $50 million each year from 2026 to 2030 for these programs.
5Congress believes everyone has the right to legal counsel after being arrested.

Legal Help for Arrested Individuals

IntroducedJune 6, 2025

Introduced6 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Introduced in Senate

Why This Matters

If you or someone you know is arrested, this bill could help ensure they get a lawyer during court proceedings.

Who this affects

Individuals arrested · Legal representation seekers

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill allows the Attorney General to give money to states and local governments for legal representation.
2It focuses on providing legal help to people after they are arrested for a crime.
3The bill also funds training for public defenders and court-appointed attorneys.
4It sets aside $50 million each year from 2026 to 2030 for these programs.
5Congress believes everyone has the right to legal counsel after being arrested.