Cashless Bail Reporting Act
What does the Cashless Bail Reporting Act do?
HR 5625 is a House bill sponsored by Rep. Mark Harris (R-NC). The Attorney General must publish a list of every state and local government that allows defendants charged with a “covered offense” (a crime the Attorney General determines poses a clear threat to public safety and order) to be released before trial without posting cash — either on personal recognizance or an unsecured appearance bond. The list must go up within one year of enactment and be updated annually. Directs the Attorney General to publish and annually update a public list of jurisdictions that permit pretrial release on personal recognizance or unsecured appearance bond.
Did HR 5625 pass? Where it stands
As of August 30, 2026, HR 5625 has passed the House.
Status: Passed House
Latest vote: House Passed 308–116 on May 14, 2026
Outlook: Unlikely
Key provisions
- Attorney General Publication Requirement
- Published list must identify every state and local government permitting a person charged with a covered offense to be released on personal recognizance or unsecured bond
- Initial publication required within one year of enactment; updated on an annual basis
Last updated August 9, 2026