Private Detention Accountability Act
Sen. Kim Introduces Bill to Block ICE From Using Detention Centers With Unfixed Safety Issues
Legislative Progress
Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
Green card holders can be detained by ICE in certain circumstances, such as criminal convictions or removal proceedings. Those who find themselves in detention would benefit from the improved oversight and facility standards this bill requires, though the number of green card holders in ICE detention at any given time is relatively small.
Milestones
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Private Detention Accountability Act
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