What does Preamble of Dignity and Due Process for Children Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled 'To address the enforcement of the immigration laws with respect to unaccompanied minors.' The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on June 11, 2026.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Dignity and Due Process for Children Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the Dignity and Due Process for Children Act of 2026.

What does ENFORCEMENT OF IMMIGRATION LAWS WITH RESPECT TO UNACCOMPANIED of Dignity and Due Process for Children Act of 2026 do?

This section amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to restrict the arrest or detention of unaccompanied alien children unless an immigration judge issues a warrant. It prohibits the use of military personnel or Department of Defense resources to transport unaccompanied alien children for immigration enforcement purposes, except in response to natural disasters declared under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. It establishes a requirement for government agencies to ensure unaccompanied alien children have a meaningful opportunity to consult with a lawyer before signing legal documents related to their custody, placement, or immigration status. If a child lacks legal representation, the government must provide a referral to legal services within five business days. The Act clarifies the definitions of 'immigration laws' and 'unaccompanied alien child' for the purposes of this section. This section explicitly states that it does not supersede the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act.

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Dignity and Due Process for Children Act of 2026

Last updated: 6/11/2026 · Introduced: 6/11/2026

Author: Maxine Dexter (D-OR)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to require a warrant from an immigration judge before arresting or detaining unaccompanied children.
It prohibits using military personnel or Department of Defense resources for transporting unaccompanied children for immigration enforcement, except during declared natural disasters.
The bill mandates that government agencies provide unaccompanied children with opportunities to consult with a lawyer and offers referrals to legal services if they lack representation.

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