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Free Communication for Detainees: Restoring Access to Lawyers and Family.

This law restores and mandates free telephone and electronic services for individuals in civil immigration detention. It guarantees detainees at least 200 free minutes monthly for family contact and unlimited, free, and private access to legal counsel, courts, and oversight officials. The goal is to facilitate legal defense and maintain family ties, crucial for fair immigration proceedings.
Key points
Detainees receive at least 200 free minutes monthly for calls with family and loved ones.
Unlimited, free, and confidential contact is guaranteed with lawyers, immigration courts, and officials investigating detention conditions.
Within the first 5 hours of custody or transfer, detainees must be able to notify family of their location.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3146
Sponsor: Sen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Restoring Access for Detainees Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3146.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Detainees receive at least 200 free minutes monthly for calls with family and loved ones.
  • Unlimited, free, and confidential contact is guaranteed with lawyers, immigration courts, and officials investigating detention conditions.
  • Within the first 5 hours of custody or transfer, detainees must be able to notify family of their location.
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. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT].

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.

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.

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Migration Courts and Law