Immigration (Detention)

in committee · United States · House Jan 16, 2026

HR 7123: Abolish ICE Act

HR 7123, the Abolish ICE Act, would eliminate the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency by prohibiting all federal funding for its operations, redirecting existing unobligated funds, and transferring ICE assets to the Department of Homeland Security Secretary. The bill requires ICE to be formally abolished 90 days after enactment, ending all its functions under the Homeland Security Act of 2002. This directly affects ICE as an agency and would shift immigration enforcement responsibilities to other federal entities. The legislation focuses on the structural removal of ICE, not on specific immigration policies or outcomes.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill explicitly abolishes ICE, the primary federal immigration enforcement agency, by defunding and eliminating it, directly weakening immigration enforcement as per topic description.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jan 3, 2025

HR 61: Ensuring United Families at the Border Act

This bill requires U.S. immigration authorities to detain noncitizen parents together with their children under 18 when the parent is charged solely with a misdemeanor border crossing offense (e.g., illegal entry). It prohibits separating such families during immigration proceedings and mandates that parents and children be held in the same facility. The law also blocks states from imposing licensing requirements on detention facilities housing these families. It applies to all cases occurring after enactment, overriding prior agreements like the Flores settlement regarding family detention.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits family separation during immigration proceedings for misdemeanor border crossings, mandating joint detention of parents/children, protecting immigrant families.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Detention Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 5, 2026

S 3790: Protect America Act

The Protect America Act (S 3790) primarily requires jurisdictions receiving certain federal funds to certify they do not maintain "sanctuary policies" that obstruct immigration enforcement cooperation. It creates a process for identifying noncompliant jurisdictions, recovering funds, and establishing civil liability for harm resulting from policies that obstruct immigration enforcement. The bill also increases penalties for illegal entry and reentry, enhances protections for federal officers, and restricts tax-exempt status for nonprofits promoting criminal violence. This legislation directly affects state and local governments, detention facilities, and educational institutions receiving federal funding, with significant implications for immigration enforcement coordination.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates certification against sanctuary policies, penalizes noncompliance, increases enforcement penalties, and restricts local immigration cooperation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Feb 20, 2026

HR 7612: End Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026

HR 7612 (End Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026) prohibits state and local government officials from interfering with federal immigration enforcement by blocking Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requests for "reasonable advance notice" (at least 48 hours) about releasing criminal aliens. It directly affects local leaders who establish policies restricting such notice, imposing criminal penalties: up to 25 years in prison for failures leading to the release of individuals convicted of murder, rape, or sex offenses against minors. Penalties decrease to 5-10 years for serious violent felonies and 30 days-6 months for other criminal offenses. The law creates new federal criminal charges under Title 18, Section 1925, targeting officials who obstruct DHS compliance with immigration laws.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, penalizing sanctuary policies that restrict DHS notice requirements for releasing criminal aliens.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Feb 9, 2026

HR 7456: Fundamental Immigration Fairness Act

The Fundamental Immigration Fairness Act would prevent the Department of Homeland Security from detaining non-citizens who are arriving at or departing from DHS field offices or immigration court facilities before a removal order is issued, unless they are found not of good moral character by an immigration judge. It clarifies that an immigration judge cannot determine someone lacks good moral character based solely on unlawful presence or entry into the U.S. The bill also prohibits publicly displaying the names of non-government parties in immigration proceedings within court facilities. These changes aim to limit unnecessary pre-removal detention and protect privacy for individuals in immigration cases.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationPrevents pre-removal detention and limits grounds for detention based solely on unlawful presence, protecting immigrant rights and restricting enforcement actions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jan 20, 2026

HR 7161: No Private Bounty Hunters for Immigration Enforcement Act

HR 7161, the "No Private Bounty Hunters for Immigration Enforcement Act," prohibits the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from using private contractors for immigration enforcement tasks like tracking individuals (skip tracing), surveillance, or location verification. It bans DHS from entering new contracts for these purposes after enactment, terminates existing contracts allowing them, and amends others to prohibit them. The bill also blocks federal funds from paying private entities per-person or via bonuses for locating individuals under immigration detainers, except for limited government-supervised data tools. DHS must audit all relevant contracts within 30 days of the bill's enactment to ensure compliance.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBlocks federal funds for private immigration enforcement contractors, restricting government spending on this program per bill's summary.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill prohibits DHS from using private contractors for immigration enforcement, limiting enforcement tactics and weakening federal immigration enforcement efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House May 7, 2025

HR 3242: Punishing Illegal Immigrant Felons Act of 2025

This bill increases mandatory prison sentences for non-citizens convicted of certain crimes after entering the U.S. without authorization or being deported. It raises the minimum sentence from 2 to 5 years for those who improperly enter the U.S. and later commit a crime punishable by over one year in prison. For non-citizens previously deported who commit crimes, it increases the minimum sentence from 2 to 10 years and mandates at least 10 years for offenses including aggravated felonies, state/federal felonies, or crimes punishable by over one year. These changes apply to all non-citizens convicted under these circumstances, regardless of jurisdiction.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases mandatory sentences for non-citizens, expanding criminalization and reducing judicial discretion, directly opposing reform indicators.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationIncreases mandatory prison sentences for non-citizens convicted of crimes, strengthening immigration enforcement and limiting protections for immigrants with criminal records.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Sentencing Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2025

HRES 546: Encouraging Members of Congress to visit ICE detention facilities in their States.

HRES 546 is a resolution encouraging Members of Congress to visit U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention facilities in their states to observe conditions firsthand and fulfill oversight responsibilities. It references the 2024 Appropriations Act, which permits unannounced visits and prohibits facilities from altering conditions for such visits, ensuring transparency. The resolution cites concerns about recent cuts to oversight staff (including closed offices for detainee rights) and reports of overcrowding and inadequate medical care in detention centers. It aims to inform congressional efforts to address systemic issues in immigration detention without mandating visits.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationEncourages congressional oversight of ICE facilities to ensure transparency in detention conditions, aligning with immigrant rights protection through enhanced accountability.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 5, 2025

S 1977: Rapid Expulsion of Migrant Offenders who Violate and Evade (REMOVE) Act

This bill amends immigration law to require faster removal proceedings for certain immigrants. It directly affects noncitizens convicted of offenses making them deportable under existing law (Section 237(a)). Key provisions mandate that the Attorney General must start removal cases "as expeditiously as possible" after conviction for these individuals, and all immigration court proceedings for such cases must be completed within 15 days of commencement. The bill changes the processing timeline but does not create new deportable offenses or alter eligibility for removal.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationAccelerates removal proceedings for convicted noncitizens, reducing due process time and aligning with stricter immigration enforcement measures.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2025

HR 4456: Stop ICE from Kidnapping U.S. Citizens Act

This bill prohibits U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from using federal funds to detain or transport U.S. citizens during civil immigration enforcement actions. It directly affects ICE operations by blocking funding for any activity that would hold or move citizens outside the U.S. under immigration laws. The key mechanism is a specific funding restriction in the bill text, stating no funds may be used for detaining or transporting citizens. This applies to all civil immigration enforcement activities defined under the Immigration and Nationality Act. The bill does not create new enforcement powers but limits how existing funds can be spent.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts ICE enforcement by prohibiting funding for detaining U.S. citizens during immigration actions, limiting overreach in immigration enforcement procedures.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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