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- H.R.639
H.R.639: Immigration Oversight and Fairness Act
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 113th Congress
- This bill is primarily about immigration
- Introduced Feb. 13, 2013
- Latest Major Action April 8, 2013
- See the three similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Summary
Immigration Oversight and Fairness Act - Sets forth detention standards for immigration detention facilities. Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security (DHS) to: (1) convene a detention advisory committee; (2) promulgate regulations regarding detainee care and custody; (3) implement secure alternatives to detention programs under which eligible aliens are released under supervision, assistance, and monitoring that ensure their appearance at...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| April 8, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration And Border Security.
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| March 1, 2013 |
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border and Maritime Security.
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| Feb. 13, 2013 |
Referred to House Homeland Security
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| Feb. 13, 2013 |
Referred to House Judiciary
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| Feb. 13, 2013 |
Introduced in the House by Lucille Roybal-Allard (D-Calif.) |