This bill proposes to update current statutes regarding the Board of Executive Clemency (BOEC) by continuing its existence for an additional five years, retroactively effective from July 1, 2025, until July 1, 2030. The current law, which mandates the BOEC's responsibilities and structure, will see the repeal of Section 41-3025.13, which outlines the BOEC's termination date. The new language will establish that the BOEC will terminate on July 1, 2030, and that Title 31, chapter 3 will be repealed on January 1, 2031.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision that the legislature continues the BOEC's authority to recommend and grant commutations, pardons, reprieves, and paroles. The retroactive application of these provisions ensures that the BOEC remains operational without interruption, thereby maintaining its critical functions in the clemency process. Overall, the bill aims to ensure the continuity of the BOEC while updating the relevant statutory framework.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 41-3025.13, 41-3030.17
Senate Engrossed Version: 41-3025.13, 41-3030.17