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HELD Act

12/15/2023, 3:53 PM

Summary of Bill HR 136

The HELD Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 136, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address the issue of human trafficking and exploitation by strengthening the ability of law enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute these crimes.

The HELD Act includes provisions that would enhance training for law enforcement officers on how to identify and respond to human trafficking situations. It also seeks to improve coordination between federal, state, and local agencies in order to better combat these crimes.

Additionally, the bill aims to increase penalties for individuals convicted of human trafficking offenses, as well as provide more resources for victims of these crimes. This includes funding for support services such as housing, counseling, and legal assistance. Overall, the HELD Act is designed to bolster efforts to combat human trafficking and provide support for victims. It has garnered bipartisan support in Congress and is seen as a crucial step in addressing this serious issue.

Congressional Summary of HR 136

Help Ensure Legal Detainers Act or the HELD Act

This bill prohibits the use of federal funds by a state or local subdivision that has in effect a law, policy, or procedure that prevents or impedes

  • a timely response to a request by the Department of Homeland Security for information about an alien in custody, including the alien's estimated release date; or
  • compliance with a detainer request.

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Current Status of Bill HR 136

Bill HR 136 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 136 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023.  Bill HR 136's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 136

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 136

Primary Policy Focus

Crime and Law Enforcement

Potential Impact Areas

- Border security and unlawful immigration
- Detention of persons
- Immigration status and procedures
- Law enforcement administration and funding
- State and local government operations

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 136

HELD Act
HELD Act
Help Ensure Legal Detainers Act
To deny Federal funding to any State or political subdivision of a State that has in effect any law, policy, or procedure that prevents or impedes a State or local law enforcement official from maintaining custody of an alien pursuant to an immigration detainer issued by the Secretary of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.

Comments

Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 136

Ken Calvert
Ken Calvert
CaliforniaRepublican

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