HR 5941119th CongressIn Committee

Restoring Access for Detainees Act

Introduced: Nov 7, 2025

Sponsor: Rep. Dexter, Maxine [D-OR-3] (D-Oregon)

Civil Rights & JusticeImmigrationSocial Services

Standard Summary

Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs

The Restoring Access for Detainees Act mandates free telephone services for immigration detainees to consult legal counsel and contact family, establishes communication protocols, and ensures confidentiality protections.

Key Points

1Detainees receive 200 free monthly minutes for outgoing calls to family and legal representatives.
2Immediate 10-minute communication with family upon detention and arrival at new facilities is required.
3Unlimited free calls to legal counsel, courts, consulates, and oversight agencies are guaranteed.
4Detention facilities must implement consistent time/place policies for communications without restricting legal consultations.
5Confidential communications with legal entities cannot be monitored unless a court warrant exists.

Impact Areas

Immigration detainees (especially indigent individuals)Legal counsel and immigration courtsU.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)Detention facility operatorsFamilies of detained individuals

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