To establish a system to track, record, and report all instances in which a United States citizen or individual lawfully admitted for permanent resident was, for the purpose of immigration enforcement, detained or removed by the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.
H.R. 4703 requires the Department of Homeland Security to create a standardized tracking system that records and reports every instance where a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident was detained for at least 24 hours or removed during immigration enforcement operations. The bill also requires DHS to track cases where citizens under 18 were removed alongside undocumented parents or guardians. The department must report these incidents to Congress at least quarterly starting within 180 days of the bill's enactment, and must establish a process allowing detainees to submit proof of citizenship or legal status. The bill focuses on accountability for wrongful detentions and removals of individuals who have legal status or citizenship, ensuring Congress receives regular oversight data on these cases.
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