Unaccompanied immigrant children 12 and older could be locked in secure facilities based on gang ties or criminal history, even without a conviction. Adults who want to sponsor a child must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and pass expanded background checks. The new rules apply to all current and future cases the moment the law takes effect.
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Kayla Hamilton Act is a Senate bill awaiting final action. The latest recorded action: Received in the Senate.
Latest action on H.R. 4371: Received in the Senate.
Who this affects: This bill directly impacts unaccompanied immigrant children in federal custody, especially those 12 and older, as well as the families and individuals who want to sponsor them. It also changes how HHS, DHS, and the Department of Justice work together on placement decisions.
Why this matters: This bill changes the balance between child safety and child welfare in the immigration system. Supporters say it will protect vulnerable kids from traffickers and gangs. Critics warn it could keep more children locked up in jail-like settings and cut off many kids from their closest family members in the U.S.
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Officially: Kayla Hamilton Act
Unaccompanied immigrant children 12 and older could be locked in secure facilities based on gang ties or criminal history, even without a conviction. Adults who want to sponsor a child must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and pass expanded background checks. The new rules apply to all current and future cases the moment the law takes effect.
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Where it stands
Passed House. Now before the Senate.
This is the moment to act.
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Latest: Received in the Senate. (12/17/2025)
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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This page gives you an opportunity to support, oppose, or ask for changes to Kayla Hamilton Act, then contact the elected officials who can act. Modern Action drafts the message from your position and the reasons you select.
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