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Establishment of Independent United States Immigration Courts.

The bill moves immigration courts out of government control and establishes them as an independent judicial system. This change aims to ensure fairer and more impartial trials for people seeking asylum or facing deportation. It also guarantees access to interpreters and legal orientation programs.
Key points
Creation of independent Immigration Courts, completely separated from the executive branch.
Judges will be appointed for 15-year terms to protect them from political pressure.
Provision of free interpreters and informational programs for individuals appearing in court.
Guarantee of the right to have a personal lawyer (at one's own expense) in immigration proceedings.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_7836
Sponsor: Rep. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-18]
Process start date: 2026-03-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Real Courts, Rule of Law Act of 2026

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_7836.

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 2026-03-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Creation of independent Immigration Courts, completely separated from the executive branch.
  • Judges will be appointed for 15-year terms to protect them from political pressure.
  • Provision of free interpreters and informational programs for individuals appearing in court.
  • Guarantee of the right to have a personal lawyer (at one's own expense) in immigration proceedings.
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. Lofgren, Zoe [D-CA-18].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in House

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-03-06.

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 Courts and Law