HR 7708
Papers act of 2026
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 4:02 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the PAPERS Act of 2026, aims to ensure that individuals released from custody by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) receive their identification documents back. It requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to return documents like passports and green cards unless there’s a specific legal reason to retain them, such as fraud or evidence in a criminal case. The bill also mandates a written explanation and a certified copy be provided if a document is kept. Ultimately, the goal is to protect individuals’ rights and prevent the unnecessary withholding of important identification.
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