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Migrant Child Safety Act: Stricter Rules for Sponsoring Unaccompanied Children

This bill establishes rigorous background checks and safety requirements for individuals seeking to sponsor unaccompanied migrant children. It aims to protect children by requiring home visits, financial bonds, and electronic monitoring for certain sponsors.
Key points
Mandatory background checks and DNA testing for potential sponsors to prove biological relationships.
Requirement for a minimum $5,000 bond to ensure the child attends all required immigration court dates.
Compulsory in-person home visits by officials before a child is placed to verify safety and stability.
Electronic GPS monitoring for sponsors who are not U.S. citizens during the child's legal proceedings.
Mandatory reporting of children as missing if follow-up contact with the sponsor is lost within 120 days.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7538
Sponsor: Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6]
Process start date: 2026-02-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Migrant Child Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7538.

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 2026-02-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory background checks and DNA testing for potential sponsors to prove biological relationships.
  • Requirement for a minimum $5,000 bond to ensure the child attends all required immigration court dates.
  • Compulsory in-person home visits by officials before a child is placed to verify safety and stability.
  • Electronic GPS monitoring for sponsors who are not U.S. citizens during the child's legal proceedings.
  • Mandatory reporting of children as missing if follow-up contact with the sponsor is lost within 120 days.
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. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6].

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 2026-03-07.

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.

CATEGORIES

Migration Security Family