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HR7538Referred to Committee

Migrant Child Safety Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-02-12
Introduced
5
Cosponsors
HR
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Type

Sponsor

Glenn Grothman
Glenn Grothman
Republican · WI · Representative
Votes with party: 96.1% (597 recorded votes)

Full profile: /officials/G000576

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (5)

Members who have signed on to support this bill since introduction. Source: Congress.gov.

  • Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL-13)Original· 2026-02-12
  • Diana Harshbarger (R-TN-1)Original· 2026-02-12
  • Lance Gooden (R-TX-5)Original· 2026-02-12
  • Mary E. Miller (R-IL-15)Original· 2026-02-12
  • Clay Higgins (R-LA-3)· 2026-02-24

Latest Action

The most recent step in the bill's legislative path. Committee Activity below shows referrals and reports; the full action-by-action history including floor proceedings lives at Congress.gov →

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

2026-02-12

Source: Congress.gov

Plain-English Summary

This bill would establish new protections and safety standards for children who migrate to the United States, likely addressing issues like housing conditions, medical care, and legal representation in immigration proceedings. The legislation would affect migrant children, immigration agencies, and organizations that work with vulnerable youth in the immigration system. It aims to ensure that children in government custody or going through immigration cases receive appropriate care and support.

AI-assisted summary generated from the official bill metadata (title, subjects, actions) sourced from Congress.gov. Cached and reviewed. Always verify against the official text linked below.

Subjects

Immigration
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Open text viewRead on Congress.gov

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