HR 4542
No Cages in the Everglades Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 2:51 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the No Cages in the Everglades Act, prohibits the construction, operation, or funding of any immigration detention facility within the Everglades ecosystem in Florida. It also guarantees congressional oversight of any such facility, including the right for members of Congress and their staff to conduct inspections. Furthermore, the Department of Homeland Security’s Inspector General must conduct an independent review of any existing or planned facility, assessing its compliance with federal standards and evaluating potential ecological and safety risks.
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Eleanor Holmes [D-DC-At Large] Norton
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