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No Immigration Detention Facilities in Everglades; Enhanced Oversight.

This act aims to prohibit the construction and funding of immigration detention facilities within the Everglades ecosystem. It also grants Members of Congress the right to conduct unannounced inspections of all detention facilities to ensure compliance with standards and protect the rights of detainees. Furthermore, it mandates an independent report on existing facilities, their funding, and environmental impact.
Key points
Prohibits the construction and funding of new immigration detention facilities in the Everglades, protecting this unique ecosystem.
Members of Congress and their staff can conduct unannounced inspections of detention facilities, increasing oversight of detention conditions.
Requires an independent report on existing facilities, their compliance with standards, and their environmental and detainee safety impact.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4542
Sponsor: Rep. Wasserman Schultz, Debbie [D-FL-25]
Process start date: 2025-07-17