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The Fairness & Accountability Act of 2026

Fixing the System. Restoring Lives. Holding Government Accountable.

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When the justice system gets it wrong, the government shouldn’t just say "sorry"—it should make it right.

This Act takes $333 million of the industry's record profits and puts it back into the hands of those the system failed.

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1. Instant Relief for the Innocent

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  • The 24-Hour Rule: If a conviction is overturned, the government has 24 hours to cut a $50,000 check. No red tape. No years of waiting for a lawyer.

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  • A Fair Price for Freedom: For every year an innocent person spent behind bars, they get $80,000 tax-free. If the state takes your life, they pay for it.

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2. Zero Tolerance for Abuse

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  • The Independent Safety Board: We’re moving oversight out of the prisons. An independent board will now police medical care and safety.

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  • Hit Them Where It Hurts: Any prison with a track record of neglect or abuse loses all federal profit for the year. Taxpayer money should fund safety, not misconduct.

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3. A Clean Slate for a Fresh Start

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  • The "Rent-First" Program: To keep neighborhoods safe and prevent homelessness, the Act covers 12 months of rent for those re-entering society.

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  • Stopping "Debt Traps": We’re banning "pay-to-stay" fees. You shouldn't owe the government for a stay you didn't ask for.

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4. Investing in Success

  • Mental Health for Life: Access to trauma and mental health care for anyone formerly incarcerated, ensuring they have the tools to stay out of the system.

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  • Jobs, Not Jail: Full tuition for trade schools or college, plus a living stipend while they learn, to ensure they become tax-paying, productive members of the community.

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The Bottom Line:

By rerouting 2025’s massive industry profits, we can house 130,000 people and fully compensate 4,100 innocent victims who lost a decade of their lives. It’s about common sense, not bureaucracy.

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