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Arkansas lawmakers discuss prison reform and transitional housing solutions

40/29 News·Oct 26, 2026 · 4:52 PM CT
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Arkansas legislative Judiciary Committee members met Monday at the Capitol to discuss ways to reduce demand for prison beds. Sen. Clarke Tucker presented four draft reform bills, including pre-release credits for transitional housing or home detention, easier record sealing and more chances for probationers and parolees to finish sentences early. Co-chair Sen. Alan Clark said the state does need more beds but the focus now is reducing how many are needed.

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