What does Preamble of No Delay for Immigration Oversight Act do?

This bill requires access to covered facilities for Congressional oversight The Secretary of Homeland Security and its contractors must grant access The bill aims to facilitate oversight responsibilities of Members of Congress

What does SHORT TITLE. of No Delay for Immigration Oversight Act do?

This bill is formally titled the ``No Delay for Immigration Oversight Act''.

What does FINDINGS. of No Delay for Immigration Oversight Act do?

Congress finds oversight by Members of Congress necessary for transparency and accountability Federal law has prohibited preventing Members of Congress from entering detention facilities since 2019 Recent actions by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement have limited Congressional oversight Congressional access to detention facilities ensures humane treatment and compliance with Federal law Congress aims to reaffirm and protect its oversight authority

What does MEMBERS OF CONGRESS ACCESS TO COVERED FACILITIES. of No Delay for Immigration Oversight Act do?

This section mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security grant Members of Congress immediate and unobstructed access to covered facilities for oversight purposes. Federal contractors operating covered facilities must comply with these access requirements and certify that their personnel are trained accordingly. Noncompliance with the Act's requirements by a contractor can result in the cancellation of their agreement or contract with the Department of Homeland Security. Members of Congress are not required to provide prior notice before entering a covered facility for oversight. The term 'covered facility' is defined as any facility operated by or for the Department of Homeland Security used to detain or otherwise house aliens. The term 'without delay' means immediate admission to a covered facility without waiting outside.

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No Delay for Immigration Oversight Act

Last updated: 5/13/2026 · Introduced: 5/12/2026

Author: LaMonica McIver (D-NJ)

TL;DR (AI)

The Secretary of Homeland Security and its contractors must grant Members of Congress immediate and unobstructed access to covered facilities for oversight purposes.
Members of Congress are not required to provide prior notice before entering a covered facility for oversight, and access must be granted without delay.
Noncompliance with the Act's access requirements by a contractor can result in the cancellation of their agreement or contract with the Department of Homeland Security.

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