HR. 4371Introduced
Kayla Hamilton Act
Requires HHS to use stricter placement and sponsor screening rules for unaccompanied alien children, including secure placement for certain gang-involved youths
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Requires HHS to use stricter placement and sponsor screening rules for unaccompanied alien children, including secure placement for certain gang-involved youths
Key points
- Require secure facility placement
- Require sponsor household data collection
- Prohibit unlawful sponsors
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Introduced
Latest action
2025-12-17 — Received in the Senate.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedBorder security and unlawful immigrationChild safety and welfareCrime and Law EnforcementDetention of personsHuman traffickingImmigration status and proceduresJuvenile crime and gang violence