Transparency of Migration Act

Transparency of Migration Act

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to make publicly available online certain information about individuals unlawfully present in the United States who are (1) apprehended by U.S. Customs and Border Protection and sent to a federal detention center or released into the United States, or (2) processed through an HHS facility.

This information must be updated weekly and must include daily numbers, the country of origin of such individuals, and other details.

Bill 119 hr 299, also known as the "Transparency in Immigration Processing Act," aims to increase transparency regarding individuals processed through U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) facilities. The bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Secretary of Health and Human Services to make certain information available to the public on their respective department websites.

Specifically, the bill mandates that information such as the number of individuals processed, the length of time individuals are held in custody, the conditions of the facilities where individuals are held, and any incidents of abuse or misconduct be made accessible to the public. This information is intended to provide greater oversight and accountability for the treatment of individuals in immigration processing.

In addition to increasing transparency, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to immigration processing. This may include measures to improve the conditions of facilities, enhance the processing of individuals, or address any issues of concern that arise during the immigration process. Overall, Bill 119 hr 299 seeks to ensure that the public has access to important information regarding the processing of individuals through CBP and HHS facilities, with the goal of promoting accountability and transparency in the immigration system.