No Illegal Captivity and Extensions Act of 2026
Rep. Frost Introduces NICE Act to Ban Federal Immigration Detainers
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process after being introduced in the House. It has been sent to the House Committee on the Judiciary for review. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
This bill faces strong opposition from those who support strict immigration enforcement and is unlikely to pass a divided or conservative-leaning Congress.
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
The bill specifically removes the authority to detain noncitizens for controlled substance violations under immigration law. People with drug-related criminal records who are also noncitizens would no longer face automatic immigration holds. However, critics argue this could mean people with serious criminal histories are released back into communities before immigration authorities can act.
“Section 287 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1357) is amended by striking subsection (d)”
Milestones
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Introduced in House
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Source Information
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
No Illegal Captivity and Extensions Act of 2026
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