Immigration (Detention)

in committee · United States · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9099: DHS Release Transparency Act

The DHS Release Transparency Act requires the Department of Homeland Security to inform a designated contact person when a detained individual is released from Customs and Border Protection or Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody, provided the person was held for more than 12 hours. Under this bill, individuals in custody can choose to name a contact and provide their information, with the government obligated to attempt notification at least twice. The law also mandates that translation services be available in the detainee's preferred language for both selecting a contact and receiving release notifications. Additionally, the act specifies that any information gathered under this process cannot be used for law enforcement purposes.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances transparency and accountability in immigration detention by mandating release notifications, protecting civil rights and improving oversight.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill enhances transparency and accountability in immigration detention by requiring notification of release, protecting individual rights and access to information.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House May 8, 2026

HR 8690: Pregnant Women in Custody Act

The Pregnant Women in Custody Act establishes new federal standards to protect the health and rights of pregnant women held in Bureau of Prisons facilities, immigration detention centers, and refugee shelters. It mandates comprehensive medical care, including mandatory pregnancy testing, access to contraception, and specialized dietary and housing accommodations tailored to pregnancy needs. A central provision prohibits the use of restrictive housing and physical restraints during pregnancy, labor, and the postpartum recovery period, with limited exceptions only for immediate safety threats. The legislation also requires facilities to provide nursery programs allowing mothers and infants to remain together, offers education on parental rights, and mandates regular reporting on health outcomes and the use of restrictive measures.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects civil rights of incarcerated pregnant women by mandating medical care and prohibiting restraints, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates comprehensive medical care, pregnancy testing, contraception access, and prohibits restraints for pregnant detainees, directly protecting patient rights and improving health access.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates specialized housing accommodations for pregnant women in custody, directly protecting housing rights and needs for a vulnerable population.75% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill mandates medical care and prohibits restrictive housing for pregnant women in immigration detention centers, directly protecting immigrant rights and services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Substance Abuse Women's Health Detention Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 8941: No Housing Welfare for Illegal Aliens Act

This bill, titled the No Housing Welfare for Illegal Aliens Act, restricts federal housing assistance for individuals who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. It requires that all family members applying for assistance must be verified as eligible before any funds are released, preventing partial payments while checks are pending. Additionally, the legislation prohibits grants to states or local governments that provide housing help to undocumented immigrants or refuse to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement requests. These measures aim to limit access to specific federal housing programs for non-citizens and condition funding on compliance with immigration detention protocols.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill restricts federal housing assistance and prohibits grants for housing help to undocumented immigrants, effectively limiting access to housing resources.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts federal housing assistance for undocumented immigrants and prohibits grants to states providing such help, limiting immigrant access to services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate May 20, 2026

S 4590: KIDS Act

The KIDS Act prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from detaining children, individuals with cognitive disabilities, or their primary caregivers, with limited exceptions for criminal warrants. It also bans immigration enforcement actions within 1,000 feet of sensitive locations such as schools, hospitals, places of worship, and polling places, including during travel to or from these sites. If the Department violates these rules, any evidence gathered from the illegal action cannot be used in court, and the affected individuals must be released immediately. The bill requires that any necessary detentions be reported to Congress within 24 hours and prioritizes releasing children to their parents or designated caregivers.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restricts immigration enforcement near sensitive locations and protects vulnerable groups, enhancing civil rights and limiting excessive law enforcement actions.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates a safe zone around schools, protecting students and educators from immigration enforcement, thereby supporting educational access and safety.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts federal immigration enforcement actions, protecting vulnerable populations and limiting detention near sensitive locations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies Tags Children

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 16, 2026

S 4333: VOICE Act

The VOICE Act creates a new civil remedy allowing individuals to sue the United States government if a federal law enforcement officer or someone acting under their direction violates their constitutional rights during immigration-related enforcement actions. This law specifically applies to people within U.S. jurisdiction who claim their rights were deprived while being acted upon by federal officers, regardless of whether the officer was following official policy. If the government is found liable, the specific federal agency that employed the officer must pay monetary damages, and the claimant is guaranteed at least $2 million in punitive damages. Additionally, the bill ensures that these lawsuits cannot be dismissed based on the government's sovereign immunity, while still allowing victims to pursue other legal remedies against individual officers.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill enhances police accountability by creating a civil remedy for constitutional rights violations by federal officers, directly aligning with the support indicator for protecting civil rights and strengthening oversight.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill creates a civil remedy to protect constitutional rights of individuals during immigration enforcement, directly supporting immigrant protections.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies Tags Civil Liberties

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in committee · United States · House May 11, 2026

HR 8727: No Illegal Captivity and Extensions Act of 2026

The No Illegal Captivity and Extensions Act of 2026 prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from issuing or enforcing immigration detainers, which are requests for local law enforcement to hold individuals beyond their scheduled release. This change directly affects federal immigration authorities and local police departments by removing the legal basis for holding people based solely on immigration status. The bill achieves this by amending the Immigration and Nationality Act to strike specific detention provisions and adding a general ban on detainers, including those used through agreements with other government agencies. Consequently, local law enforcement agencies would no longer be legally required to detain individuals after their criminal sentences are completed if the federal government requests it.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill prohibits immigration detainers, limiting local law enforcement's ability to hold individuals based on immigration status, which restricts traditional law enforcement cooperation.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill prohibits DHS immigration detainers, limiting federal enforcement power over local police and protecting immigrants from detention based solely on status.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4389: HELP Separated Children Act

The HELP Separated Children Act directs the Department of Homeland Security to identify parents of U.S. children during immigration enforcement actions and ensures they can make phone calls to arrange care for their children. It requires officials to notify child welfare agencies only when a parent cannot arrange care for their child or when there is an imminent risk of harm to the child. The bill also mandates that detained parents be allowed regular contact with their children, participate in family court proceedings, and be considered for release if it serves the child's best interests. Additionally, the legislation requires federal employees involved in these actions to receive training on minimizing trauma to children and establishes a system for collecting data on how the law is implemented.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill protects separated immigrant children and mandates humane treatment of detained parents, advancing immigrant welfare.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies Tags Children

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in committee · United States · Senate May 20, 2026

S 4596: TRUST Act

The TRUST Act establishes new hiring standards and operational rules for U.S. immigration enforcement officers to improve professionalism and transparency. It raises the minimum age requirement to 21, mandates comprehensive background checks including social media reviews, and requires specialized training on de-escalation, civil rights, and preventing discrimination. The legislation also mandates that officers wear uniforms and badges only while on duty, carry official identification, and use body-worn cameras during public interactions, with strict penalties for failing to record or tampering with footage. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to release unedited video recordings of incidents involving misconduct or serious injury to the public within a specified timeframe.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances police accountability through hiring standards, training, and transparency, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill strengthens immigration enforcement professionalism and transparency through training and accountability measures, protecting immigrant rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 8645: New Pathways Act

The New Pathways Act requires the Bureau of Prisons to provide returning federal prisoners with essential identification and documents before their release. For U.S. citizens, the bill mandates that the agency issue a photo ID card and secure necessary proof of citizenship and a Social Security card, even if the prisoner lacks the paperwork to obtain them themselves. Noncitizens eligible for work and residence will receive assistance in getting their immigration status documents and employment authorization. Additionally, the act ensures that individuals released directly from prison without prior custody receive help from the Probation System to create a plan for their reentry into society.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill aids reentry by providing essential documents, reducing barriers to employment and housing, which supports rehabilitation and reduces recidivism.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill mandates issuance of ID and citizenship documents to noncitizens, directly supporting immigrant access to services and integration.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill aids reentry by providing ID and citizenship documents, facilitating access to employment for returning prisoners.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Citizenship & Naturalization Detention Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · House Apr 24, 2026

HR 8494: To prohibit the Department of Homeland Security from entering into, modifying, extending, or renewing, any contract or intergovernmental service agreement to establish or operate any new immigration detention model, including the use of warehouses, modular facilities, soft-sided structures, tent systems, and processing centers.

This bill prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from using federal funds to create or expand new immigration detention facilities, including warehouses, tents, and modular structures. It directly affects immigration enforcement agencies by banning the construction, renovation, or operation of non-traditional detention centers and preventing the transfer of funds to such projects. The legislation requires any money previously allocated for these facilities to be redirected toward affordable healthcare and housing services instead. Effective immediately upon enactment, the ban applies to all existing federal funds and prevents the use of current budgets for establishing or operating alternative detention models.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts immigration detention models by prohibiting funding for new facilities, effectively limiting the scope of immigration enforcement operations.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigration detention capacity by banning new facilities, limiting enforcement capabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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