What does Preamble of No Cages in the Everglades Act do?

This bill aims to prohibit the operation and funding of an immigration detention facility within the Everglades. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on July 17, 2025.

What does SHORT TITLE. of No Cages in the Everglades Act do?

This bill is formally titled the ``No Cages in the Everglades Act''.

What does PROHIBITION ON OPERATION AND FUNDING OF IMMIGRATION DETENTION of No Cages in the Everglades Act do?

This section prohibits the use of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) funds for planning, construction, leasing, operation, staffing, or maintenance of any immigration detention facility within or adjacent to the Everglades ecosystem. It also prohibits contracting with public entities for these purposes. The section grants Members of Congress and designated congressional staff the right to conduct announced or unannounced inspections of facilities used to detain individuals in DHS custody, regardless of whether the facility is operated by the federal government or a state or local government. This right of access cannot be waived, limited, or conditioned by any contract. Within 90 days of the Act's enactment, the DHS Inspector General must conduct an independent inquiry and submit a report to congressional committees regarding the facility, including an accounting of funds used, the construction process, and an evaluation of whether it meets minimum federal standards. The report must also describe complaints regarding detention conditions and assess ecological and disaster-related risks. The Inspector General must also provide briefings to the appropriate congressional committees on the report's contents.

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No Cages in the Everglades Act

Last updated: 7/18/2025 · Introduced: 7/17/2025

Author: Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-FL)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from using federal funds to plan, construct, lease, operate, staff, or maintain any immigration detention facility within or adjacent to the Everglades.
It mandates an independent inquiry by the DHS Inspector General, including a report to Congress, assessing the facility's funding, construction, compliance with standards, and associated risks.
The bill grants members of Congress and congressional staff the right to inspect any DHS-detained facility, regardless of its operator or contractual agreements.

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