FAIR Act
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Overview
The Fairness and Access for Immigrant Rights Act (FAIR Act) aims to improve access to constituent services for detainees held in immigration detention centers. It requires detention centers to provide detainees with specific forms and information about how to contact their Member of Congress or other assisting parties. The bill also mandates that detention centers notify congressional offices when a detainee requests these services and allows detainees to file complaints if they are denied access to these resources.
Key provisions
- Detainees must be provided with ICE Form 60-001 and a Congressional Privacy Release Form upon request.
- Detention centers must provide detainees with the ICE National Detainee Handbook, translated into their preferred language, including information on constituent services.
- Detention centers must allow detainees access to computers, printing, and writing materials to communicate with their congressional office.
- Detention centers must notify congressional offices when a detainee requests constituent services.
- Detainees can file complaints with the detention center or pursue civil action if denied access to constituent services.
- Language assistance (interpreters) must be provided for completing complaints.
- The bill defines ‘congressional office’ for the purpose of service requests.
- The Secretary of Homeland Security must issue implementing regulations and notify detention centers of the new rules.
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