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US HB7335

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Raul Ruiz

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Requires ICE and CBP to provide initial health screenings by licensed medical professionals within 12 hours of arrival (6 hours for high-priority individuals including pregnant women, children, elderly, and those with acute conditions), covering vital signs, physical examination, and mental health assessment

  • Mandates minimum detention facility standards including at least 1 gallon of drinking water per person daily, toilet ratios of 1 per 12 males and 1 per 8 females, daily shower access, three meals per day (minimum 2,000 calories for those 12+), and temperature-controlled environments between 68-74°F

  • Establishes shelter requirements separating males and females, keeping children with accompanying adult relatives when possible, prohibiting unaccompanied minors from being detained with adults, and requiring video monitoring preserved for 90 days

  • Requires Secretary of Homeland Security to submit implementation plan within 60 days of enactment and fully implement requirements within 6 months, with DHS Inspector General conducting unannounced inspections and GAO completing a compliance study within 1 year

  • Mandates quarterly public release of aggregate data on sexual abuse complaints at ICE and CBP facilities, and requires language-appropriate interpretation services including indigenous languages and posted "Detainee Bill of Rights" in all detention areas

Legislative Description

Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act

Immigration

Last Action

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H2018)

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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