What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is HCONRES 119.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-10.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/hconres119/BILLS-118hconres119ih.htm

Is this summary verified?

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Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5].

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Analysis and Potential Impact of HCONRES 119

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Chance for Return: New DHS Unit for Unjustly Deported

Q: What are the main provisions?

Key points include: Establishment of a centralized unit within the Department of Homeland Security to review requests for return from unjustly deported individuals. Allowing people separated from their families, veterans, DACA recipients, or those whose convictions were expunged, to return to the U.S. The goal is to provide a fairer and more transparent process, as the current mechanisms are difficult and ineffective.

This bill proposes creating a dedicated unit within the Department of Homeland Security to help unjustly deported individuals return to the U.S. This aims to facilitate family reunification and ensure a fairer process for their cases, potentially impacting many families separated by deportations.

Key points

Establishment of a centralized unit within the Department of Homeland Security to review requests for return from unjustly deported individuals.

Allowing people separated from their families, veterans, DACA recipients, or those whose convictions were expunged, to return to the U.S.

The goal is to provide a fairer and more transparent process, as the current mechanisms are difficult and ineffective.

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Additional Information

Expressing the sense of Congress that wrongfully or unjustly deported people who have established significant ties through years of life in the United States deserve a chance to come home to reunite with loved ones through a fair and central process within the Department of Homeland Security.

Print number: HCONRES 119

Sponsor: Rep. Cleaver, Emanuel [D-MO-5]

Process start date: 2024-07-10

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