arrow_back Back to App

Transfer of Unaccompanied Migrant Children Care to Homeland Security

This act shifts the responsibility for the care of unaccompanied migrant children from the Department of Health and Human Services to the Department of Homeland Security. This means DHS will now manage their detention and care. It also introduces mandatory DNA testing for biological relatives and requires state governor consent for placement, unless it's a biological relative.
Key points
Responsibility for unaccompanied migrant children's care moves from Health and Human Services to Homeland Security.
Mandatory DNA testing is introduced to confirm biological relationships before placing a child with a sponsor.
State governor consent is required for placing a migrant child, unless it's a confirmed biological relative.
article Official text account_balance Process page
Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_4201
Sponsor: Rep. Green, Mark E. [R-TN-7]
Process start date: 2021-06-28
Lustra uses Artificial Intelligence. Verify details in source documents.
Summarized by: gemini-2.5-flash-preview-05-20
Source data: api.congress.gov
AI work logs for this document launch

OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Migrant Accountability Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_4201.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Responsibility for unaccompanied migrant children's care moves from Health and Human Services to Homeland Security.
  • Mandatory DNA testing is introduced to confirm biological relationships before placing a child with a sponsor.
  • State governor consent is required for placing a migrant child, unless it's a confirmed biological relative.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Green, Mark E. [R-TN-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

CATEGORIES

Migration Security