First Step Act Time Credits-Revisions
What happened
The Bureau of Prisons (BOP) amended its First Step Act (FSA) Time Credits regulation. This interim final rule, effective September 30, 2026, clarifies when an inmate can begin to earn time credits, aligning with recent case law. It also clarifies eligibility for inmates serving a term of imprisonment imposed in a foreign country. This change was initiated following Executive Order 14219 issued by President Donald J. Trump on February 19, 2025.
Why it matters
These changes ensure the time credits regulation aligns with the First Step Act and court decisions, potentially allowing eligible inmates to begin earning credits sooner. This impacts the timeline for inmates' prerelease custody or early transfer to supervised release, providing clearer rules for their path to release. The amendment aims to prevent conflicts between BOP's regulations and established legal interpretations.
Who it affects
- ›Inmates earning First Step Act Time Credits
- ›Inmates serving foreign imprisonment terms
- ›Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP)
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