Mandatory Health Screenings and Humanitarian Standards for ICE and CBP Detainees.
This Act mandates standardized medical screenings for all individuals detained by ICE and CBP within 12 hours of arrival, ensuring prompt identification and treatment of acute conditions, especially for vulnerable populations. It establishes minimum humanitarian requirements for detention facilities, covering food, water, sanitation, shelter conditions, and access to psychological support. The goal is to enforce dignity and safety standards in federal immigration custody.
Key points
Requires initial medical screening by a licensed professional within 12 hours (6 hours for high-risk individuals) including vital signs and physical examination.
Establishes minimum standards for water (1 gallon/day), food (3 meals/day, 2000 kcal minimum for adults), and provision of essential hygiene products.
Mandates safe shelter conditions, including temperature control, separation of sexes, and 1 hour of outdoor access daily after 48 hours of detention.
Requires video monitoring, staff training on humanitarian protocols, and public reporting of sexual abuse complaints.
Status:
Introduced
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