HB 1074 Summary

• Nonviolent offenders are authorized to submit applications for commutation once every two years instead of being limited to a single application.

• The Pardon and Parole Board shall establish an accelerated, single-stage commutation docket for applicants convicted of crimes reclassified from felony to misdemeanor, with the Department of Corrections certifying eligible inmates within 30 days of the effective date.

• The Board must provide district attorneys with regular and administrative parole dockets at least 20 days in advance (or 10 days for supplemental dockets) and notify them of commutation or parole recommendations within 20 days after consideration.

• Victims and their representatives must receive written notice at least 20 days before an inmate is considered and may testify for at least 5 minutes if requested; the Board must notify victims of decisions within 20 days.

• The Secretary of State must notify district attorneys and court clerks of commutation decisions within 30 business days, including the month and year of the Board's recommendation, the Governor's decision, and any new sentence terms if commutation is granted; the act becomes effective November 1, 2025.