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Protection Against Unlawful Detention Based on Personal Characteristics

This act aims to protect citizens from detention solely based on their race, origin, religion, or sexual orientation. It ensures that no one will be deprived of liberty simply because of who they are, strengthening the fundamental rights and freedoms of every individual in the United States.
Key points
Prohibits detaining individuals solely based on their protected characteristics, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability.
The act aims to prevent discrimination and unlawful deprivation of liberty, enhancing legal security for citizens.
The Attorney General can add other characteristics to the protected list but cannot remove those already specified.
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Print number: 117_S_1020
Sponsor: Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL]
Process start date: 2021-03-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Korematsu-Takai Civil Liberties Protection Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1020.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-03-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits detaining individuals solely based on their protected characteristics, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or disability.
  • The act aims to prevent discrimination and unlawful deprivation of liberty, enhancing legal security for citizens.
  • The Attorney General can add other characteristics to the protected list but cannot remove those already specified.
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 Sen. Duckworth, Tammy [D-IL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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