HB5308 Summary

• Amends the Criminal Identification Act to establish automatic expungement of minor cannabis offense records within 30 days after a law enforcement agency receives a certified copy of a community college diploma from a convicted person.

• Requires the Board of Higher Education to develop an application process for community college students with non-expunged minor cannabis convictions to request educational support.

• Provides eligible community college students with monthly housing stipends up to $1,000, health insurance including mental health coverage, and prepaid public transit access as needed.

• Defines "minor cannabis offense" as possession of 30 grams or less of cannabis under the Cannabis Control Act without penalty enhancements or association with violent crimes.