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Legal Aid for Immigrants: Supporting Deportation Defense

This act aims to increase access to legal assistance for individuals facing deportation. Through grants to states, local governments, and organizations, more people will be able to access lawyers, increasing their chances of remaining in the U.S. and keeping families together. This is intended to ensure due process and mitigate the negative consequences of deportation.
Key points
Funding Legal Aid: The federal government will provide grants for recruiting and training lawyers and social workers who assist immigrants in deportation cases.
Increased Access to Lawyers: The goal is to increase the number of available lawyers for individuals who cannot afford them, which is expected to improve their case outcomes.
Support for Organizations: Grants will go to organizations already providing legal services or training future professionals in this field.
Improved Chances of Remaining: Studies show that individuals with legal representation are significantly more likely to avoid deportation and obtain the right to remain.
Oversight of Spending: The act includes provisions for audits and reports to ensure proper use of public funds.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3101
Sponsor: Rep. Garcia, Robert [D-CA-42]
Process start date: 2025-04-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SHIELD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3101.

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 2025-04-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding Legal Aid: The federal government will provide grants for recruiting and training lawyers and social workers who assist immigrants in deportation cases.
  • Increased Access to Lawyers: The goal is to increase the number of available lawyers for individuals who cannot afford them, which is expected to improve their case outcomes.
  • Support for Organizations: Grants will go to organizations already providing legal services or training future professionals in this field.
  • Improved Chances of Remaining: Studies show that individuals with legal representation are significantly more likely to avoid deportation and obtain the right to remain.
  • Oversight of Spending: The act includes provisions for audits and reports to ensure proper use of public funds.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Garcia, Robert [D-CA-42].

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 2025-12-22.

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Migration Courts and Law