H.R. 944: Access to Counsel Act

H.R. 944 is a federal bill in the 119th Congress. Currently, individuals undergoing a secondary or deferred inspection at a U.S. port of entry may not have a guaranteed opportunity to consult with a lawyer or family member during that process. This bill changes that by requiring the Department of Homeland… See its sponsors, how members voted, and a plain-English breakdown on PolityLens.