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Asylum Reform: Stricter Rules and Family Detention Limits

This act introduces significant changes to the asylum process in the United States, making it harder for individuals who transited through other countries or entered illegally to obtain asylum. It also raises the standard for evaluating asylum claims and sets a maximum period for family detention, directly impacting those seeking protection.
Key points
Restricts asylum eligibility for individuals who transited through at least one country outside their nationality en route to the U.S., unless they sought and were denied protection in each such country.
Establishes permanent ineligibility for asylum if an individual committed unlawful entry or attempted to gain entry through willfully false representations or visa fraud.
Raises the evidentiary standard for individuals seeking asylum to establish a credible fear of persecution, from "significant possibility" to "more likely than not."
Allows children to be detained with their parents during expedited removal or asylum proceedings for a period of no more than 180 days.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3488
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2025-12-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Asylum Reform and Loophole Closure Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3488.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-12-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Restricts asylum eligibility for individuals who transited through at least one country outside their nationality en route to the U.S., unless they sought and were denied protection in each such country.
  • Establishes permanent ineligibility for asylum if an individual committed unlawful entry or attempted to gain entry through willfully false representations or visa fraud.
  • Raises the evidentiary standard for individuals seeking asylum to establish a credible fear of persecution, from "significant possibility" to "more likely than not."
  • Allows children to be detained with their parents during expedited removal or asylum proceedings for a period of no more than 180 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 Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

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 2026-01-11.

CATEGORIES

Migration