To prohibit the Department of Homeland Security from constructing, acquiring, renovating, or operating any new processing site or detention center without providing a mechanism for public comments regarding such activity, entering into a signed, written agreement with appropriate State and local officials, and providing Congress with advance notice of such activity.
Sponsored by Morelle, Joseph D. (Democrat-NY-25) · House · Introduced May 21, 2026
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Plain-English Summary (AI-assisted)
This bill would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to obtain public input, reach agreements with state and local officials, and notify Congress before building, buying, upgrading, or operating new immigration processing sites or detention centers. The requirement applies to all new facilities but does not address existing ones.
Legislative Status Timeline
Introduced
May 21, 2026
In Committee
May 21, 2026
Passed House
Pending
Passed Senate
Pending
Presidential Action
Pending
Sponsor
Morelle, Joseph D.
Independent · NY-25
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