Stop ICE’s Medical Neglect Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (4 Aug 2026): Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
What this bill does
H.R. 10027, the "Stop ICE's Medical Neglect Act of 2026," would require the Secretary of Homeland Security to create a publicly accessible online platform. This platform would allow individuals detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection to submit complaints alleging medical neglect at the facilities where they are held. Legal counsel or family members could also file complaints on behalf of detainees.
The bill specifies that complaints must include the detainee's name, alien registration number, the facility name, and a description of the alleged neglect. Complaints would be confidential unless the detainee consents to their disclosure. Each complaint would be reviewed by a contracted medical expert. If medical neglect is found, the Secretary must ensure the detainee receives necessary treatment. Detainees would be protected from retaliation for submitting complaints, corresponding with legal counsel, or contacting Congressional offices regarding detention conditions or medical care access. The bill also mandates language translation services for detainees.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on August 3, 2026, and referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary and Homeland Security. Its current status is "Introduced."
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Timeline
4 Aug 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10027 do?
- H.R. 10027, the "Stop ICE's Medical Neglect Act of 2026," would require the Secretary of Homeland Security to create a publicly accessible online platform. This platform would allow individuals detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or U.S. Customs and Border Protection to submit complaints alleging medical neglect at the facilities where they are held. Legal counsel or family members could also file complaints on behalf of detainees. The bill specifies that complaints must include the detainee's name, alien registration number, the facility name, and a description of the alleged neglect. Complaints would be confidential unless the detainee consents to their disclosure. Each complaint would be reviewed by a contracted medical expert. If medical neglect is found, the Secretary must ensure the detainee receives necessary treatment. Detainees would be protected from retaliation for submitting complaints, corresponding with legal counsel, or contacting Congressional offices regarding detention conditions or medical care access. The bill also mandates language translation services for detainees. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on August 3, 2026, and referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary and Homeland Security. Its current status is "Introduced."
- Has H.R. 10027 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10027. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10027?
- H.R. 10027 was sponsored by Rep. Kamlager-Dove, Sydney [D-CA-37] (D-CA), with 2 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10027?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement. (4 Aug 2026).
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