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LOCATE Act: Faster updates on the location of immigration detainees

This bill requires immigration authorities to update their online tracking system quickly whenever a person is detained, moved, or released. It aims to help families and lawyers find detainees more easily and stay informed about their status.
Key points
The online locator system must be updated within 6 to 12 hours of any change in a detainee's status.
Authorities must make reasonable efforts to notify family members or lawyers within 12 hours of a custody event.
The system must include the facility's address and contact information for a knowledgeable official.
Annual audits will be conducted to ensure immigration agencies are complying with the new reporting deadlines.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_3995
Sponsor: Sen. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM]
Process start date: 2026-03-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

LOCATE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_3995.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2026-03-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The online locator system must be updated within 6 to 12 hours of any change in a detainee's status.
  • Authorities must make reasonable efforts to notify family members or lawyers within 12 hours of a custody event.
  • The system must include the facility's address and contact information for a knowledgeable official.
  • Annual audits will be conducted to ensure immigration agencies are complying with the new reporting deadlines.
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. Luján, Ben Ray [D-NM].

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 2026-03-19.

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 Security Courts and Law