Bill 118 hr 9896, also known as the ICE Security Reform Act of 2024, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at reforming the operations and practices of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. The bill addresses various issues related to ICE's enforcement activities, detention practices, and oversight mechanisms.
One key aspect of the bill is the establishment of new guidelines for ICE agents to follow when conducting enforcement actions. These guidelines aim to ensure that ICE agents prioritize the safety and well-being of individuals they encounter during enforcement operations, while also upholding the agency's mission to enforce immigration laws.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions to improve conditions in ICE detention facilities. This includes requirements for regular inspections of detention facilities, as well as increased transparency and accountability measures to ensure that detainees are treated humanely and in accordance with their rights.
The bill also seeks to enhance oversight of ICE's activities by establishing a new independent oversight body to monitor the agency's operations and investigate complaints of misconduct. This oversight body would have the authority to review ICE policies and practices, as well as to recommend changes to improve accountability and transparency within the agency.
Overall, the ICE Security Reform Act of 2024 aims to address concerns about the treatment of individuals by ICE agents and the conditions in which detainees are held. By implementing new guidelines, improving oversight mechanisms, and enhancing transparency, the bill seeks to ensure that ICE operates in a manner that is fair, humane, and in line with the values of the United States.