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Child Trafficking Prevention: Stricter Rules for Unaccompanied Migrant Minors Placement.

This Act introduces stricter rules for placing unaccompanied migrant minors to protect them from trafficking and gang activity. It mandates detailed criminal and gang affiliation screenings for older children and imposes highly restrictive requirements on individuals seeking to sponsor these children. The goal is to enhance public safety and ensure minors are not released to criminals or traffickers.
Key points
Mandatory placement in secure facilities for migrant minors aged 12 and older if they pose a danger, are a flight risk, or have gang affiliations (e.g., tattoos or markings).
Sponsors must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents, and all adults in the household must undergo rigorous criminal and immigration background checks.
Prohibits placing children with individuals convicted of sex offenses, trafficking, domestic violence, child abuse, or any felony punishable by more than one year in prison.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3054
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2025-10-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Kayla Hamilton Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3054.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-10-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Mandatory placement in secure facilities for migrant minors aged 12 and older if they pose a danger, are a flight risk, or have gang affiliations (e.g., tattoos or markings).
  • Sponsors must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents, and all adults in the household must undergo rigorous criminal and immigration background checks.
  • Prohibits placing children with individuals convicted of sex offenses, trafficking, domestic violence, child abuse, or any felony punishable by more than one year in prison.
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 Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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