Immigration (Detention)

in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2025

HR 4703: To establish a system to track, record, and report all instances in which a United States citizen or individual lawfully admitted for permanent resident was, for the purpose of immigration enforcement, detained or removed by the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to create a system tracking all detentions or removals of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) during immigration enforcement. DHS must report these cases quarterly to Congress, including instances where minors were removed alongside undocumented parents. The system must also include cases involving citizens or LPRs detained by other agencies and transferred to DHS. A separate process for individuals to prove citizenship or LPR status during detention must be established within 180 days.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires DHS to track detentions/removals of citizens/LPRs, ensuring accountability and preventing wrongful enforcement against protected individuals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2025

HR 3504: Artemis Act of 2025

This bill amends immigration law to create an exception for certain individuals during expedited removal proceedings. It prevents the removal of aliens who are natives or citizens of a "country of concern" (defined as a country designated as a "country of particular concern" or on the "special watch list" under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998). The key mechanism adds a new exception (subparagraph H) to the existing immigration law, blocking expedited removal for these individuals. This directly affects people from designated countries who would otherwise face rapid deportation. The bill does not change the definition of "country of concern" or create new designations; it only modifies removal procedures for existing designations.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationPrevents expedited removal for individuals from designated 'countries of concern,' protecting vulnerable immigrants from deportation under specific criteria.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2025

HR 5073: INFORM Act of 2025

HR 5073, the INFORM Act of 2025, requires immigration authorities to notify the immediate family of a detained individual within 24 hours if they are transferred to a different detention facility. This applies directly to immigrants held under U.S. immigration law and their immediate family members, defined as parents, children, spouses, and certain extended family like step-relatives or domestic partners. The law mandates that notifications include the reason for the transfer and full contact details (name, address, phone number, and point of contact) for the new facility. It establishes a specific timeline and content requirement for these notifications to improve transparency during detention transfers. The bill focuses on procedural changes for facility transfers, not on altering detention policies or immigration eligibility.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires family notification for detained immigrants, enhancing transparency and family communication in detention, aligning with immigrant rights protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Aug 8, 2025

HR 4944: Ending Qualified Immunity for ICE Agents Act

This bill amends federal law to remove two key legal defenses ICE agents currently use in civil rights lawsuits. Specifically, it eliminates the ability of ICE agents to claim "good faith" or argue that constitutional rights were "not clearly established" when sued for actions like unlawful detention or deportation. The change directly affects ICE agents by making them personally liable for civil rights violations under federal law. It shifts the legal standard so plaintiffs need only prove the agent violated a clearly established right, not that the agent knew it was illegal at the time. This is a procedural change to the lawsuit process, not a new policy or funding measure.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRemoves qualified immunity for ICE agents, increasing accountability for civil rights violations in enforcement actions, directly advancing criminal justice reform through enhanced oversight.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRemoves legal barriers for suing ICE agents over civil rights violations, increasing accountability for enforcement actions against immigrants.95% confidence

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

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in committee · United States · House Nov 19, 2025

HR 6149: FAIR Act

The FAIR Act requires immigration detention centers to provide detained immigrants with access to forms needed to contact their congressional representatives, including a Privacy Waiver form (ICE Form 60-001) and a Congressional Privacy Release form, upon written request. Detainees must receive these forms and a multilingual handbook explaining constituent services within 90 days of the bill’s enactment, with the handbook provided in their language or via interpreter. Centers must notify the detainee’s congressional office within seven days of a request and allow access to communication tools like computers and printers for ongoing contact. Failure to comply allows detainees to file complaints or sue in federal court, with enforcement mechanisms detailed in the bill. The law takes effect 90 days after enactment.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProvides detained immigrants access to forms and multilingual handbook to contact representatives, enhancing communication rights and services per bill summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Nov 6, 2025

S 3146: Restoring Access for Detainees Act

S 3146 (Restoring Access for Detainees Act) would require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to provide immigration detainees in DHS custody with specific communication services. It mandates 200 free monthly minutes for calls to family or legal representatives, unlimited free minutes for communications with legal entities (like courts, immigration officials, or the UN Refugee Agency), and private communication opportunities with lawyers or oversight officials during initial detention and location changes. The bill also prohibits facilities from restricting legal call duration or monitoring protected communications, while requiring clear public policies on call timing and location. This directly affects detained immigrants seeking legal assistance or family contact during immigration proceedings.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProvides legal communication access for detainees, enhancing due process and legal representation - key criminal justice reform elements.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationMandates free communication services for detainees to access legal counsel and family, enhancing rights and support within immigration detention system.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jul 29, 2025

HR 4817: Immigrant Witness and Victim Protection Act of 2025

The Immigrant Witness and Victim Protection Act of 2025 helps immigrant survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and other crimes who qualify for protections under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA). It eliminates annual limits on U visas and special immigrant juvenile visas, grants work authorization within 180 days of filing an application, and prohibits deportation or detention while cases are pending. The bill requires victims to be released from detention unless the government proves they pose a specific threat or may skip court, with clear evidence needed to override this presumption. This directly affects immigrant victims seeking legal relief in the U.S. as they navigate their cases without fear of immediate removal.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeEliminates visa limits and prohibits deportation for immigrant victims under VAWA/TVPA, enhancing victim protections and aligning with criminal justice reform goals.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationEliminates visa limits, grants work authorization, prohibits deportation for immigrant victims under VAWA/TVPA, directly protecting immigrant rights and services.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentGrants work authorization within 180 days and prohibits deportation for immigrant victims, directly enabling employment access and protecting workers' rights under VAWA/TVPA.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Human Trafficking Victims' Rights Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jun 6, 2025

HR 3828: Combating Deceptive Immigration Enforcement Practices Act of 2025

The Combating Deceptive Immigration Enforcement Practices Act of 2025 prohibits U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers from wearing clothing or accessories displaying the word "police" while performing immigration enforcement duties. This rule directly affects federal immigration officers and agents during their official work under the Department of Homeland Security. The bill amends Section 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to ban such uniform elements, ensuring officers do not use visual cues that could mislead the public into thinking they are local police. The policy change aims to clarify the distinct role of immigration enforcement versus local law enforcement.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits federal officers from deceptive 'police' attire, preventing immigrant intimidation and aligning with immigrant rights protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 27, 2026

S 3699: FOCUS Act

The FOCUS Act requires all federal law enforcement officers (including private contractors) engaged in immigration enforcement to wear body cameras during such activities. It mandates that footage be retained for one year (or three years if requested for evidence/exculpatory value in specific situations like use-of-force incidents or complaints). The bill establishes public access procedures for footage via standard government record requests and requires annual reports to Congress on compliance, including documented violations and disciplinary actions. It also sets strict accountability measures, including mandatory training, documentation of equipment failures, and potential termination for intentionally disabling cameras.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates body cameras for federal law enforcement in immigration, requiring transparency and accountability in use-of-force incidents, aligning with criminal justice reform indicators.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires body cameras for federal immigration enforcement to increase transparency and accountability, aligning with protecting immigrant rights through oversight.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 27, 2026

S 3702: Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act

The Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act establishes new standards for facilities detaining immigrants under DHS custody, requiring compliance with minimum protections based on American Bar Association standards. It mandates annual unannounced inspections by the DHS Inspector General with public reporting of findings, creates a detailed public database of all detention facilities, and phases out private detention facilities within 3 years. The bill prohibits solitary confinement, requires access to legal orientation and counsel for detainees, and changes detention procedures to require more frequent hearings with a presumption of release for most detainees. These changes directly affect immigrants in DHS custody, DHS facilities, and private contractors operating detention facilities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes ABA-based standards for detention facilities, prohibits solitary confinement, phases out private detention, and mandates inspections - directly advancing corrections reform and civil rights protections within criminal justice.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates ABA standards for detention facilities, prohibits solitary confinement, and requires health protections for detained immigrants, advancing healthcare access and patient rights.75% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationPhases out private detention, mandates inspections, prohibits solitary confinement - directly protects detained immigrants' rights and improves conditions.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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