Find Our Families Act of 2026
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Overview
The Find Our Families Act of 2026 aims to improve transparency and accountability within U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) by establishing an online system to locate detained individuals. This system will be publicly accessible, available in multiple languages, and provide detailed information about detainees, including their location, contact information, and transfer history. The bill also mandates reporting requirements for medical transfers and arrests, and includes provisions for correcting inaccurate information and ensuring compliance.
Key provisions
- Creates an online detainee locator system for individuals in CBP and ICE custody.
- The system must be accessible in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, and other languages as determined by DHS.
- Requires immediate data entry for detainees upon arrest, including name, date of birth, location, and contact information.
- Mandates notifications to family members and legal representatives regarding detainee transfers and medical care.
- Establishes a process for reporting and correcting inaccurate information about detainees.
- Requires CBP to publicly report arrest data, including location, method, and justification.
- Includes penalties for non-compliance with the system's requirements.
- Requires reporting on enforcement operations, including the number of arrests and associated costs.
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