HOUSE 2203116th CongressReceived in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.

Homeland Security Improvement Act

Last Action: 9/26/2019

Actions

2019-09-26Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs.
2019-09-25Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
2019-09-25On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 230 - 194 (Roll no. 546). (text: CR H7928-7929)
2019-09-25Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 230 - 194 (Roll no. 546).(text: CR H7928-7929)
2019-09-25On motion to recommit with instructions Failed by recorded vote: 207 - 216 (Roll no. 545).
2019-09-25The previous question on the motion to recommit with instructions was ordered without objection.
2019-09-25DEBATE - The House proceeded with 10 minutes of debate on the Green (TN) motion to recommit with instructions. The instructions contained in the motion seek to require the bill to be reported back to the House with an amendment to add language at the end of section 711 of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to require the Ombudsman to include additional information inspecific reports.
2019-09-25Mr. Green (TN) moved to recommit with instructions to the Committee on Homeland Security. (text: CR H7974)
2019-09-25Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H7974-7976)
2019-09-25POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - Pursuant to clause 1(c) of Rule 19, the Chair postponed further proceedings on H.R. 2203.
2019-09-25The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
2019-09-25DEBATE - The House resumed with debate on H.R. 2203.
2019-09-25DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 2203.
2019-09-25Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2203, H.R. 3525 and H. Res. 576. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 2203, H.R. 3525, and H.Res. 576 under closed rules. Rule also provides that it shall be in order at any time on the legislative day of September 26, 2019, for the Speaker to entertain motions that the House suspend the rules; and provides for proceedings during the period from September 30, 2019, through October 14, 2019
2019-09-25Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 577. (consideration: CR H7928-7934)

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CRS Summary

As of 2019-09-25 (53)

This bill establishes the position of Ombudsman for Border and Immigration Related Concerns within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The ombudsman shall

establish an independent, neutral, and standardized process to assist individuals in resolving complaints related to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and related entities;
make recommendations to DHS to address chronic issues identified in the complaints process;
establish a Border Oversight Panel, which shall make recommendations related to border enforcement policies and strategies;
review ICE and CBP compliance with departmental policies and standards of care for detained aliens;
establish a Border Community Liaison in each Border Patrol sector on the northern and southern borders, which shall consult with and receive feedback from border communities on ICE and CBP policies and activities;
conduct yearly evaluations of training for ICE and CBP agents and officers, including whether such training adequately addresses the use of force and civil rights issues;
develop recommendations for establishing an electronic number system for tracking a child that has been separated from a parent, legal guardian, or relative; and
report to Congress a plan to require the use of body-worn cameras by Border Patrol agents and ICE officers.

Cosponsors (20)

Joaquin Castro (D-TX)
Adriano Espaillat (D-NY)
Sylvia Garcia (D-TX)
Nanette Barragan (D-CA)
Filemon Vela (D-TX)
Greg Stanton (D-AZ)
Ro Khanna (D-CA)
Ann Kuster (D-NH)
BETTY MCCOLLUM (D-MN)
JAMES MCGOVERN (D-MA)
Thomas Suozzi (D-NY)
Doris Matsui (D-CA)
Derek Kilmer (D-WA)
Marc Veasey (D-TX)
Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ)
David Trone (D-MD)
ELEANOR NORTON (D-DC)
Gilbert Cisneros (D-CA)
Chris Pappas (D-NH)
James Himes (D-CT)

Subjects

Administrative law and regulatory procedures
Border security and unlawful immigration
Child safety and welfare
Congressional oversight
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
Criminal justice information and records
Department of Homeland Security
Employee performance
Employment and training programs
Evidence and witnesses
Executive agency funding and structure
Government employee pay, benefits, personnel management
Government information and archives
Government studies and investigations
Immigrant health and welfare
Immigration status and procedures
Law enforcement administration and funding
Law enforcement officers
Photography and imaging

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