PROKID Act Protection of Kids in Immigrant Detention Act
A bill to establish the Office of the Ombudsperson for Immigrant Children in Immigration Custody, and for other purposes.
This bill, SB5093, aims to create a new office called the Office of the Ombudsperson for Immigrant Children in Immigration Custody. The primary goal of this office would be to ensure that the rights and well-being of children held in immigration custody are protected and that their voices are heard. This would involve monitoring conditions, investigating complaints, and providing recommendations to improve the system.
The bill would primarily affect immigrant children who are in custody due to immigration proceedings, as well as their families, immigration officials, and the entities that manage immigration detention facilities. By establishing this office, the bill hopes to provide a dedicated advocate for these children, ensuring that they receive proper care and are treated fairly.
As of the latest update on July 22, 2026, SB5093 has been introduced and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary for further review. This means that the bill is in the early stages of the legislative process, and it will need to go through several steps, including committee hearings and potential amendments, before it can be voted on by the full Senate.
