Immigration (Detention)

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 15, 2026

S 4786: Governors’ Right to Inspect Act of 2026

The Governors' Right to Inspect Act of 2026 allows state governors and designated public health officials to enter federal immigration detention facilities to check conditions related to health, safety, sanitation, and medical care. This authority applies to all U.S. detention centers, whether run directly by the government or by private contractors, and permits inspectors to review records and interview detainees who wish to speak privately. While the law grants access to inspect physical conditions, it explicitly prevents state officials from interfering with immigration enforcement, custody decisions, or the release of any detained individuals. Facility operators must cooperate with these inspections, and governors may submit their findings to Congress and the public, requiring a response from the Department of Homeland Security within 60 days.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill grants governors authority to inspect medical care and health conditions in detention facilities, aiming to protect detainee health and safety.75% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill enhances oversight of detention conditions to protect immigrant health and safety rights, aligning with support indicators.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9374: Find Our Families Act of 2026

The Find Our Families Act of 2026 requires the Department of Homeland Security to create a public online system that allows families to locate individuals detained by Customs and Border Protection or Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This system must provide search results within eight hours of detention, display information in multiple languages, and include specific details such as names, dates of birth, and facility locations, while excluding data for minors. The bill also mandates that families be notified within five hours if a detainee is transferred for medical care and establishes new reporting requirements for CBP arrests, including details on the circumstances of the arrest and the number of agents involved. Additionally, the legislation creates a process for families to report errors in detainee information and imposes penalties on employees or contractors who fail to comply with these data-sharing and reporting obligations.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances transparency and accountability in immigration detention, a key component of criminal justice reform, by mandating public access to detainee information.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill creates a public system to locate detained immigrants, enhancing transparency and family access to information, which protects immigrant rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9199: Permanent Trump Secure Border Act

This bill, titled the Permanent Trump Secure Border Act, aims to strengthen border security and reform immigration enforcement by directing the Department of Homeland Security to resume and complete the construction of a physical border wall, expand the use of surveillance technology, and increase staffing levels for Border Patrol agents. It also imposes stricter rules on asylum eligibility and employment authorization for applicants, mandates the reopening of specific immigration detention facilities, and requires the return of individuals arriving from contiguous foreign countries to those nations while their claims are processed. Additionally, the legislation expands penalties for visa overstays, limits the use of certain digital tools like the CBP One app, and includes provisions to reduce funding for organizations that facilitate illegal entry or provide services to inadmissible aliens.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts asylum eligibility, mandates stricter enforcement, and limits immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Detention Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jun 18, 2026

HR 9365: HEART Act of 2026

The HEART Act of 2026 directs the Department of Health and Human Services to create a new office dedicated to providing mental health and family stability support to communities affected by federal immigration enforcement actions. This office would fund mobile response teams, emergency counseling vouchers, and grants for local organizations to offer trauma-informed care and culturally competent behavioral health services. A key provision requires that any data collected about these enforcement actions be kept separate from immigration agencies to protect community trust. Additionally, the bill mandates the development of multilingual health education campaigns and the training of healthcare providers to better serve these populations.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes a new office to fund mental health services, mobile response teams, and trauma-informed care for affected communities.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill creates a new office to fund mental health and family stability support for communities affected by immigration enforcement, providing services and trauma-informed care.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Detention Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9270: Dignity and Due Process for Children Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Dignity and Due Process for Children Act of 2026, restricts how unaccompanied children under 18 are handled by immigration authorities in the United States. It requires immigration judges to issue an arrest warrant before detaining these children pending removal decisions and prohibits the use of military personnel or Department of Defense vehicles to transport them for deportation, except during declared natural disasters. Additionally, the law forbids government agencies from pressuring children to sign legal documents that affect their status without first ensuring they have confidential access to a lawyer, mandating legal referrals within five business days if a child does not already have one.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restricts detention of unaccompanied children, requiring arrest warrants and limiting military transport, thereby protecting civil rights and enhancing due process within the justice system.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts detention of unaccompanied children and limits use of military for deportation, protecting immigrant rights and due process.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies Tags Children

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in committee · United States · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9271: Governors’ Right to Inspect Act of 2026

The Governors' Right to Inspect Act of 2026 allows state governors and their designated health officials to enter federal immigration detention centers to check conditions like sanitation, food quality, and medical care. This law ensures that officials can access all detainee areas, speak privately with individuals, and review relevant records without prior notice, though they cannot interfere with immigration enforcement or release detainees. If a governor is blocked from entering a facility, they can sue to gain access, and any inspection reports must be made public while the Department of Homeland Security responds to findings within 60 days.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates inspection of medical care conditions in detention centers, aiming to protect detainee health and ensure sanitation standards.75% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill allows governors to inspect detention conditions, protecting immigrant welfare and access to care without interfering with enforcement.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9288: TIMEOUT Act

The TIMEOUT Act requires federal agencies to move their nonessential administrative offices out of sanctuary jurisdictions within 90 days of the law's enactment. A sanctuary jurisdiction is defined as any state or local area that restricts officials from sharing immigration information or complying with federal detainer requests. The bill also prohibits these agencies from leasing, renewing, or using federal funds for new office space in such locations. Additionally, the General Services Administration must identify affected offices and submit a report to Congress detailing the relocation status and associated costs within one year.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts federal agency operations in jurisdictions that limit cooperation with immigration enforcement, thereby weakening law enforcement capabilities and limiting criminal justice cooperation.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts federal agency operations in sanctuary jurisdictions, effectively penalizing states that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9314: DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026

The DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026 temporarily halts the Department of Homeland Security from using funds to start, renew, or expand contracts for surveillance tools used in immigration enforcement, such as facial recognition and predictive analytics. This pause applies to agencies like U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, though existing contracts can continue until a review is complete. The bill mandates an independent audit within 180 days to examine data collection practices, privacy impacts, and the accuracy of these technologies, followed by a public report detailing their use and capabilities. The funding ban remains in effect until the audit is finished, a public report is released, and the department demonstrates it has implemented necessary safeguards to protect civil liberties. Once these conditions are met, the moratorium lifts, but the department must submit annual reports on its continued use of these technologies and any related privacy complaints.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts DHS spending on surveillance contracts, effectively limiting government appropriations for specific enforcement tools.75% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts DHS surveillance tools used in immigration enforcement, limiting law enforcement capabilities and oversight.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigration enforcement by halting DHS funding for surveillance tools like facial recognition, limiting enforcement capabilities.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts the use of surveillance technologies like facial recognition, limiting their deployment in immigration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Border Security Detention Enforcement Data Privacy Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9259: Fair Day in Court for Kids Act of 2026

The Fair Day in Court for Kids Act of 2026 aims to improve the immigration court process for unaccompanied children by guaranteeing them government-funded legal representation. Under this bill, the Department of Health and Human Services would appoint lawyers for these children as soon as they enter federal custody, ensuring they have an attorney for every stage of their case, even if they turn 18 or are reunited with family while proceedings are pending. The law also requires that children receive copies of their immigration files at least seven days before a hearing and allows them to have a lawyer present during interviews and detention facility visits. Additionally, the bill mandates annual reports on how many children received counsel and establishes rules for pro bono legal services to support these efforts.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill provides government-funded legal representation for unaccompanied children, protecting immigrant rights and improving court access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Immigrant Services

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in committee · United States · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9294: Oversight of Temporary ICE Holding Cells Act

The Oversight of Temporary ICE Holding Cells Act limits how long U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement can hold individuals in temporary secure areas before formal processing. Specifically, it prohibits detaining anyone in these holding rooms for longer than 12 hours. The law defines holding rooms as secure spaces used for short-term confinement before intake, court appointments, or transfer to another facility. This restriction directly affects the Department of Homeland Security's operations regarding the temporary detention of immigrants.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill limits detention duration in ICE holding cells, enhancing oversight and protecting civil rights within the criminal justice system.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill limits detention time for immigrants, protecting their rights and restricting federal enforcement power.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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