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Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act

This bill sets strict standards for immigration detention centers, phases out private for-profit prisons, and increases transparency regarding the treatment of detainees. It focuses on protecting human rights, ensuring legal access, and providing community-based alternatives to detention.
Key points
Bans the detention of children and individuals under 18 in ICE-operated or contracted facilities.
Ends the use of private for-profit detention centers and local jails within 3 years.
Requires a court hearing before an immigration judge within 72 hours of detention to determine release.
Strictly prohibits the use of solitary confinement for any individual in immigration custody.
Guarantees access to legal orientation programs and confidential meetings with legal counsel.
Mandates public reporting on deaths in custody and the results of unannounced facility inspections.
Allows detainees to file civil lawsuits for injuries resulting from violations of detention standards.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3702
Sponsor: Sen. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ]
Process start date: 2026-01-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3702.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-01-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Bans the detention of children and individuals under 18 in ICE-operated or contracted facilities.
  • Ends the use of private for-profit detention centers and local jails within 3 years.
  • Requires a court hearing before an immigration judge within 72 hours of detention to determine release.
  • Strictly prohibits the use of solitary confinement for any individual in immigration custody.
  • Guarantees access to legal orientation programs and confidential meetings with legal counsel.
  • Mandates public reporting on deaths in custody and the results of unannounced facility inspections.
  • Allows detainees to file civil lawsuits for injuries resulting from violations of detention standards.
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. Booker, Cory A. [D-NJ].

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 2026-02-19.

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 Security