Access to Counsel Act of 2025

TL;DR (AI)

• The bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to guarantee individuals detained at ports of entry or Customs and Border Protection facilities a meaningful opportunity to consult with an attorney or interested party during inspection processes.
• Covered individuals, including U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, and visa holders, must be provided with this opportunity within one hour of the secondary inspection process.
• The bill prevents the acceptance of Form I-407 abandonment forms from lawful permanent residents without first providing an opportunity to seek legal counsel, unless the resident knowingly and voluntarily waives that opportunity.