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2024 BCE
Continued Decline in Population
Legislative changes and ongoing reform efforts continue to contribute to the overall decline in the inmate population. -
2014 BCE
Population Decline
After 34 years of continuous growth, the inmate population in federal prisons declines for the first time in December 2014 -
1990 BCE
Surge in Inmate Population
The inmate population in federal prisons more than doubles during the 1990s, reaching approximately 136,000 by the end of December 1990. Increased conviction rates, particularly related to illegal drugs and immigration offenses, contribute to this significant growth. -
1984 BCE
Sentencing Reform Act
The Sentencing Reform Act of 1984 is enacted, establishing determinate sentencing, abolishing parole, and reducing good time. This -
1930 BCE
Establishment of the Bureau of Prisons
Congress establishes the Bureau of Prisons, charging it with the management and regulation of all Federal penal and correctional institutions.