HR 9040
Protect Asylum Seekers Act
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Bill overview
The Protect Asylum Seekers Act aims to safeguard asylum seekers and their families by limiting the separation of children from their parents or legal guardians during the immigration process. It modifies existing law to prevent prosecution for improper entry if an alien promptly communicates their desire for asylum or fear of persecution. The bill also establishes guidelines for family separation, prioritizing family unity and requiring agencies to provide regular updates to separated families and offer guidance to agents and officers on best practices for child welfare. Finally, it mandates a GAO report on the prosecution of asylum seekers and requires annual reporting on family separations.
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Justin Amash
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