Humane Accountability Act

Increased Transparency of Detainee Data: The bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to report the number of encounters, names, and nationalities of those detained or removed, providing clarity on government actions (Section 2(a)).

Monitoring of Sensitive Locations: By requiring reports on encounters at schools, places of worship, and hospitals, the bill tracks interactions at locations where minor children may be present (Section 2(a)(2)).

Improved Oversight of Detainee Safety: The requirement for a joint report on assault, abuse, sexual assault, and detainee deaths aims to bring visibility to the treatment of people in custody (Section 2(b)(1)).

Addressing Complaints and Access to Counsel: The bill tracks complaints regarding staff neglect, lack of resources, and lack of access to legal counsel to help remedy these issues (Section 2(b)(1)(F)-(G)).

Enhanced Tracking and Due Process: The Comptroller General is directed to make recommendations for better tracking of detainee locations and ensuring compliance with legal visitation and due process requirements (Section 2(b)(2)).

Advance Notice of Non-Traditional Detention: Requents notification to Congress before using non-traditional locations, which includes providing justifications, costs, and standards of care (Section 2(c)).