H.R.9099

The DHS Release Transparency Act requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to notify a designated contact of a detained individual's release.

The DHS Release Transparency Act mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security notify a designated point of contact when a detained individual is released, except for those held less than 12 hours at a port of entry. The detained individual can choose to designate a point of contact at the time of custody, providing their name and contact information. The Secretary must attempt to notify the designated contact at least twice. Translation and interpretation services are to be provided to the detainee when designating a contact. Information collected cannot be used for enforcement purposes.