The bill H.876, titled the "Right to Know How Safe We Are Act of 2026," mandates the Department of States Attorneys and Sheriffs, along with the Attorney General's office, to produce and submit annual reports to the Governor and the General Assembly. These reports will provide detailed data on criminal cases, including the number of arrests or referrals for each offense, the number accepted for prosecution, cases referred to pre-charge court diversion, and the reasons for case dismissals. The reports will also include dispositions of all cases, categorized by various outcomes such as court diversion, plea agreements, and dismissals for specific reasons.

The bill outlines the requirements for compiling this information in a uniform and searchable format by jurisdiction and offense. The annual reports must be submitted by March 1 of each year, starting from July 1, 2026. This initiative aims to enhance public accountability and safety by ensuring transparency in the decision-making processes of the state's prosecutorial offices.