Immigration (Detention)

in committee · United States · House Jan 3, 2025

HR 31: POLICE Act of 2025

This bill adds a new deportation ground for non-citizens convicted of assaulting a law enforcement officer under specific circumstances. It makes deportation mandatory if the assault occurred: (1) while the officer was performing duties, (2) because of their duties, or (3) due to their status as an officer. The bill also requires the Department of Homeland Security to annually report the number of deportations under this provision. It directly affects non-citizens convicted of such assaults, not U.S. citizens or law enforcement personnel.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeMandatory deportation for assaulting officers expands criminalization and increases penalties, contradicting reform indicators like reduced recidivism or defendant rights.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates deportation for non-citizens assaulting police, increasing immigration enforcement and restricting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing Violent Crime Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Feb 4, 2025

HR 944: Access to Counsel Act

HR 944, the Access to Counsel Act, requires U.S. immigration officials to provide certain immigrants a meaningful opportunity to consult with legal counsel during key immigration processes. It directly affects U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents returning from travel, visa holders, refugees, asylees, and parolees subject to secondary or deferred inspection at ports of entry. The bill mandates that officials ensure access to counsel (including via phone) within one hour of inspection starting, allow counsel to present evidence, and accommodate in-person meetings when possible. It also requires officials to provide counsel access before accepting Form I-407 abandonment forms from lawful permanent residents, unless waived in writing. The law takes effect 180 days after enactment and preserves existing rights to counsel under other immigration laws.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances access to legal counsel for immigrants, protecting civil rights and improving due process in immigration proceedings, which aligns with criminal justice reform principles.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill mandates access to legal counsel during immigration processes, protecting immigrant rights and providing essential services. Explicitly advances protections for vulnerable groups like refugees and asylees.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drug Policy Detention Immigrant Services Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jan 21, 2025

HR 594: Detain and Deport Illegal Aliens Who Assault Cops Act

This bill amends immigration law to require immediate detention and deportation of undocumented immigrants who assault law enforcement officers. It adds specific criteria: the assault must occur while the officer is on duty, because of their duties, or due to their status as a law enforcement officer, firefighter, or first responder. The Secretary of Homeland Security must issue a detainer for such individuals and take custody if not already detained by authorities. The bill directly affects undocumented immigrants charged with or convicted of assaulting officers meeting these defined circumstances. It modifies existing immigration detention procedures without creating new criminal offenses.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill mandates immediate deportation for undocumented immigrants assaulting officers, expanding criminalization and reducing due process for a specific group, aligning with 'oppose' indicators.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates immediate detention/deportation of undocumented immigrants assaulting officers, increasing enforcement against immigrants per bill's criteria.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Violent Crime Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Feb 6, 2025

HR 1088: Restoring American Sovereignty Act

Restoring American Sovereignty Act This bill allows U.S. foreign aid funding paused pursuant to Executive Order 14169 to be used by the President to deport non-U.S. nationals ( aliens under federal law) who do not have legal standing.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enables deportation of non-citizens without legal standing, which strengthens immigration enforcement and border security aspects of criminal justice.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill authorizes using foreign aid funds for deporting non-citizens without legal status, directly increasing enforcement against immigrants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jan 22, 2026

HR 7190: To end detention and electronic monitoring, and redirect funding to community-based wrap-around services.

HR 7190 would end immigration detention and electronic monitoring by requiring the immediate release of all detained noncitizens on their own recognizance within six months and repealing all federal laws authorizing detention. It prohibits using federal funds for detention facilities, ankle monitors, or immigration enforcement activities after specific deadlines (six months for monitors, two years for detention contracts). Instead, it establishes a new grant program to fund community-based wrap-around services - including housing, healthcare, mental health support, legal aid, and job training - provided voluntarily by non-profit organizations without surveillance or data sharing with federal agencies. The bill directly affects noncitizens currently held in detention or under electronic monitoring.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill ends immigration detention/monitoring, redirects funds to community services - aligns with criminal justice reform goals of reducing incarceration and prioritizing rehabilitation over detention.92% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill ends immigration detention, repeals detention laws, and redirects funds to community services instead of enforcement, directly advancing immigrant rights and reducing punitive measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jul 18, 2025

HR 4542: No Cages in the Everglades Act

HR 4542, the "No Cages in the Everglades Act," bans federal funding for any immigration detention facility within or adjacent to Florida's Everglades ecosystem - including construction, operation, or maintenance. It directly affects U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and any state/local governments operating such facilities. Key provisions include requiring DHS to submit a detailed report within 90 days on facility costs, construction history, compliance with detention standards, and ecological risks, while also granting Congress unannounced access to inspect all DHS detention facilities. The bill aims to prevent new immigration detention operations in the protected Everglades area and enhance oversight of existing facilities.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans federal funding for detention facilities in Everglades ecosystem, protecting this sensitive environment from development harm.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationDefunds ICE detention facilities in Everglades, limiting immigration enforcement capacity per bill's explicit funding ban.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7346: Drain ICE Act of 2026

HR 7346, the Drain ICE Act of 2026, repeals specific funding provisions (sections 90003 and 100052) from the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" and cancels all unspent funds allocated under those sections. This bill directly affects ICE’s detention budget by removing existing financial authority for detention operations. It does not change immigration enforcement practices or directly impact individuals; it solely modifies budgetary allocations. The bill focuses on eliminating funding mechanisms, not on policy changes for migrants or enforcement. (Procedural bill; summary limited to 2 sentences as specified.)

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesDefunds ICE detention budget by repealing specific funding provisions, directly reducing government spending on immigration enforcement operations.95% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill removes funding for ICE detention operations, which restricts law enforcement capacity and limits correctional infrastructure.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationDefunds ICE detention operations by repealing funding provisions, weakening enforcement (explicit defunding of immigration enforcement budget).90% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Feb 13, 2025

HR 1312: No Asylum for Criminals Act of 2025

No Asylum for Criminals Act of 2025 This bill bars an individual who has been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor from receiving asylum, with limited exceptions. Specifically, the Department of Homeland Security may designate political offenses committed outside of the United States that shall not be considered a crime for this purpose. Currently, an individual shall be barred from receiving asylum for only certain types of criminal convictions, such as if the individual is convicted for (1) an aggravated felony, or (2) a particularly serious crime and as a result deemed a danger to the United States.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRestricts asylum access for criminal offenders, expanding criminalization and reducing rights - aligns with 'oppose' indicators of limiting defendant rights and restricting access.92% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts asylum eligibility for individuals with criminal convictions, limiting immigrant protections and access to a key immigration service.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Refugees & Asylum Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 175: Deport Alien Gang Members Act

This bill creates new grounds for deporting non-citizens who are members of or associated with criminal gangs. It defines a "criminal gang" as a group of five or more people whose primary purpose is committing serious crimes like drug offenses, violence, trafficking, or weapons violations. The Secretary of Homeland Security can designate groups as criminal gangs after consultation with the Attorney General, and these designations make gang members ineligible for asylum, temporary protected status, parole, and other immigration benefits. The bill also establishes procedures for reviewing and revoking these designations, with limited judicial review options.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands deportation for gang membership, reducing asylum rights and increasing punitive measures, opposing reform by expanding criminalization and limiting defendant protections.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill creates deportation grounds for gang members, denies asylum/TPS eligibility, restricting immigrant protections and increasing enforcement against non-citizens.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Juvenile Justice Law Enforcement Probation & Parole Border Security Detention Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jan 31, 2025

HR 864: Freedom to Cooperate Act

The Freedom to Cooperate Act (HR 864) amends federal law to prevent states from restricting local law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration authorities. It prohibits states from banning or limiting government entities from sharing immigration status information, complying with federal requests, or making inquiries about immigration status. The bill also clarifies immigration detainer procedures, requiring probable cause for detainers and setting a 48-96 hour window for transferring custody to federal authorities. It provides legal immunity for state/local law enforcement that complies with detainers, except in cases of bad faith. This directly affects state/local law enforcement agencies and individuals subject to immigration enforcement actions.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, prohibiting restrictions on sharing immigration status or complying with federal requests, aligning with 'mandates cooperation' indicator.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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