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New Safety Rules for Unaccompanied Migrant Children

This act introduces stricter vetting procedures for individuals seeking to sponsor unaccompanied migrant children. The goal is to enhance child safety and prevent human trafficking. Citizens should be aware that this process will be more rigorous, and authorities will conduct more frequent checks on the living conditions of these children.
Key points
Mandatory, detailed background checks (including fingerprints, criminal records, and sex offender registries) for all adults in households hosting migrant children.
Prohibition of placing children with individuals unlawfully present in the U.S., unless they are biological parents, legal guardians, or close relatives.
Mandatory home visits before a child is placed and regular, unannounced visits after placement to monitor the child's safety.
Authorities must retroactively vet all sponsors who have taken in children since January 2021 and regularly report on child numbers, completed checks, and missing children.
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Print number: 118_HR_5018
Sponsor: Rep. Luttrell, Morgan [R-TX-8]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Stop Human Trafficking of Unaccompanied Migrant Children Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5018.

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 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory, detailed background checks (including fingerprints, criminal records, and sex offender registries) for all adults in households hosting migrant children.
  • Prohibition of placing children with individuals unlawfully present in the U.S., unless they are biological parents, legal guardians, or close relatives.
  • Mandatory home visits before a child is placed and regular, unannounced visits after placement to monitor the child's safety.
  • Authorities must retroactively vet all sponsors who have taken in children since January 2021 and regularly report on child numbers, completed checks, and missing children.
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. Luttrell, Morgan [R-TX-8].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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