Proposed
Bill · 119th Congress · S 52
End Child Trafficking Now Act
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Introduced 2025-01-09Topic: immigrationSummary
Summary by the Congressional Research ServiceEnd 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 and 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 and 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.
Sponsors
- Marsha Blackburn Republican sponsor
- 10 cosponsors
Action history
| Date | Chamber | Action | Status effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-01-09 | Senate | Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. | refer |
| 2025-01-09 | Introduced in Senate | introduce |