Bill · H.R. 4703· House(119-HR-4703)
To establish a system to track, record, and report all instances in which a United States citizen or individual lawfully admitted for permanent resident was, for the purpose of immigration enforcement, detained or removed by the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
- Introduced
- 7/23/2025
- Last activity
- 7/23/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Jennifer McClellan
- Cosponsors
- - 20 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to create a standardized system to track, record, and report specific instances of detention or removal. The system focuses on United States citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals whose status was revoked for less than 30 days. These reports must be sent to appropriate congressional committees at least once every quarter. The tracking includes instances where individuals are detained for 24 hours or more for immigration enforcement purposes. It also covers cases involving individuals under 18 who are removed alongside a parent or guardian without lawful status. Additionally, the Secretary of State and Secretary of Homeland Security must establish a process for individuals to submit proof of their citizenship or permanent residency.
Yes· 3 of 8
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+5
The bill mandates quarterly reports to Congressional committees regarding the detention or removal of citizens and permanent residents.
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+3
The bill creates a formal process for individuals to submit evidence of their legal status to prevent wrongful detention or removal.
Would children be better off under this?+3
The bill requires tracking of minors who are removed alongside a parent or guardian without lawful status.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Congressional Oversight: The bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to report to specific House and Senate committees at least quarterly, which provides transparency regarding the detention or removal of citizens and permanent residents (Section 1(a)(1)).
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Protection for Minors and Families: The system must specifically include information regarding citizens or individuals under 18 who are removed alongside a parent or guardian without lawful status (Section 1(a)(2)).
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Mechanism for Proving Status: The bill mandates the creation of a process for individuals to submit information that proves they are United States citizens or lawful permanent residents (Section 1(b)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Burden of Proof: Individuals who are detained, removed, or apprehended must use a newly established process to submit information to the Secretary of Homeland Security to prove they are citizens or lawful permanent residents (Section 1(b)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+5Improves Due Process+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+3Good For Immigrants+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Racial Equity+2Improves Border Security+1Improves Pathway To Citizenship+1Improves Poverty Reduction+1
- 3/5/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/20/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 11/18/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/26/2025
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 7/25/2025
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- 7/23/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 11 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Donald BeyerDemocrat · Virginia
Yvette ClarkeDemocrat · New York
Judy ChuDemocrat · California
Joaquin CastroDemocrat · Texas
J. CorreaDemocrat · California
Cleo FieldsDemocrat · Louisiana
John GaramendiDemocrat · California
Daniel GoldmanDemocrat · New York
Henry JohnsonDemocrat · Georgia
Jonathan JacksonDemocrat · Illinois
Summer LeeDemocrat · Pennsylvania
George LatimerDemocrat · New York
Seth MoultonDemocrat · Massachusetts
Eleanor NortonDemocrat · District of Columbia
Mark PocanDemocrat · Wisconsin
Andrea SalinasDemocrat · Oregon
Suhas SubramanyamDemocrat · Virginia
Lateefah SimonDemocrat · California
Paul TonkoDemocrat · New York
Shri ThanedarDemocrat · Michigan