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Introduced
06/19/2019
06/19/2019
In Committee
06/19/2019
06/19/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to use alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, and for other purposes. 1
AI Summary
This bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to establish programs that provide alternatives to detention for certain vulnerable immigrant populations, such as asylum seekers, victims of torture or trafficking, and individuals with special considerations. The bill also restores the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Family Case Management Program and creates a Coordinator of Alternatives to Detention position within the Department of Homeland Security to oversee and report on the implementation of these programs. The bill includes provisions to ensure the protection of vulnerable individuals and preserve existing federal and state laws related to child welfare.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (5)
Catherine Cortez Masto (D)*,
Richard Blumenthal (D),
Kirsten Gillibrand (D),
Ed Markey (D),
Jeff Merkley (D),
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (on 06/19/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/senate-bill/1894/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s1894/BILLS-116s1894is.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/s1894/BILLS-116s1894is.pdf.pdf |
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