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This bill aims to limit the separation of children from their parents or legal guardians, limit the detention of families and children, provide unaccompanied alien children with access to counsel, increase the number of immigration judges and support staff, and address other related issues. It sets forth specific requirements and procedures for separating children from their parents or legal guardians, including requiring written documentation and consultation with child welfare experts. The bill also establishes a presumption in favor of family unity, requires the development of guidance and training for agents and officers, and mandates the provision of regular information to separated parents or legal guardians. Additionally, the bill codifies the Flores Settlement Agreement, provides for the appointment of counsel for unaccompanied alien children, and calls for increases in immigration judges and support staff.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/1733/all-info