End Child Trafficking Now Act
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What it doesSummary introduced in house (Jun 9, 2023)
End Child Trafficking Now Act
This bill imposes restrictions related to adult non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) being admitted into the United States with a minor.
Such an adult may not be admitted with a minor unless the adult (1) presents documents or witness testimony proving that the adult is a relative or guardian of the minor, or (2) submits to a DNA test that proves such a relationship. The Department of Homeland Security may request a DNA test only if the required relationship cannot be established by the presented documents or witness testimony. An adult who does not consent to a requested DNA test shall be inadmissible.
If the required relationship cannot be established and the immigration officer believes the adult is guilty of a felony offense, the officer may arrest the adult.
The bill makes it a crime for an adult to knowingly use a minor to whom the adult is not a relative or guardian to enter the United States.
What just happenedJun 9, 2023
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in HouseJun 9, 2023
- Jun 9, 2023IntroReferralH11100
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Judiciary Committee - Jun 9, 2023IntroReferralIntro-H
Introduced in House
- Jun 9, 2023IntroReferral1000
Introduced in House