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S 3054119th CongressIn Committee
Kayla Hamilton Act
Introduced: Oct 23, 2025
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX] (R-Texas)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
The Kayla Hamilton Act enhances protections for unaccompanied alien children by strengthening placement requirements, background checks, and screening procedures to prevent trafficking and gang exploitation.
Key Points
- 1Requires consultation with DHS and Attorney General before child placement
- 2Mandates criminal background checks and gang affiliation screening for children 12+
- 3Prohibits release on own recognizance for unaccompanied children
- 4Requires secure facility placement for children with criminal history or gang ties
- 5Strengthens sponsor vetting requirements including citizenship and criminal history
- 6Mandates comprehensive background checks for all household members of potential sponsors
Impact Areas
Unaccompanied alien children in federal custodyOffice of Refugee ResettlementImmigration and border enforcement agenciesChild welfare and protection servicesPotential sponsors and foster care providers
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