S5093Referred to Committee

A bill to establish the Office of the Ombudsperson for Immigrant Children in Immigration Custody, and for other purposes.

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2026-07-22
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Kirsten E. Gillibrand
Kirsten E. Gillibrand
Democrat · NY · Senator
Votes with party: 82.5% (851 recorded votes)

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Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

2026-07-22

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Plain-English Summary

The bill would create a new government office dedicated to helping immigrant children who are being held in custody by immigration authorities. This ombudsperson would investigate complaints, monitor conditions, and advocate for the welfare and rights of these children. The office would serve as an independent voice to ensure children in immigration custody are treated fairly and their concerns are heard.

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