A bill to authorize sitting Governors to conduct health and safety oversight inspections of immigration detention facilities located within their states, and to establish a reporting mechanism to Congress on conditions found therein.
Bill Summary
Requires Governors to inspect immigration detention facilities in their states for health and safety issues, and establishes a system for reporting findings to Congress. Allows state Governors to oversee conditions in these facilities.
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Bill Journey
- Jun 15, 2026
- Jun 15, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects people held in immigration detention facilities, who may see improved health and safety conditions as a result of increased oversight. It also affects state Governors, who will be responsible for conducting inspections and reporting to Congress.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
Documents
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Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.
Bill Details
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