OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
No Private Bounty Hunters for Immigration Enforcement Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7161.
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 2026-01-20.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Bans 'per-person' bonuses or payments to private companies for locating individuals with immigration detainers.
- Requires the termination or amendment of current contracts involving private surveillance and skip tracing.
- Prohibits contractors from using personal data or social media to track individuals for immigration purposes.
- Mandates a full audit of all Department of Homeland Security contracts to ensure compliance with the new rules.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Rep. Krishnamoorthi, Raja [D-IL-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 2026-02-10.
What is the impact of this bill?
We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.