Strict Limits on Separating Families at the U.S. Border: Child Protection Rules.
This Act imposes strict limits on separating children from their parents or legal guardians at or near the U.S. border, explicitly prohibiting separation solely as a deterrent to migration. Separation is only permitted under specific, documented circumstances, such as proven danger of abuse, neglect, or trafficking, or if a State court terminates parental rights. The law establishes a strong presumption in favor of family unity and mandates that authorities provide parents with monthly updates on their separated child's status and location.
Key points
Separation of families at the border is banned if the sole purpose is to deter migration or enforce civil immigration laws.
Separation is only allowed in exceptional, documented cases, such as child trafficking, severe neglect, or danger to the child, excluding dangers related to the border crossing itself.
Authorities must provide parents with monthly status reports on their separated child's health, education, and location.
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