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House Passes Kayla Hamilton Act for Migrant Child Safety

12/17/2025

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The House passed the Kayla Hamilton Act on December 17, 2025, to increase screening for unaccompanied migrant children, prompted by Kayla Hamilton's murder.
The bill requires background checks for sponsors and screening for gang tattoos.
The bill drew 225 Republicans and seven Democrats in support.
Progressives opposed, with Rep. Delia Ramirez arguing it creates a dangerous precedent, and Rep. Russell Fry defending it as essential for child safety.

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Story summary

The House passed the Kayla Hamilton Act on December 17, 2025, to increase screening for unaccompanied migrant children, prompted by Kayla Hamilton's murder.
The bill requires background checks for sponsors and screening for gang tattoos.
The bill drew 225 Republicans and seven Democrats in support.
Progressives opposed, with Rep. Delia Ramirez arguing it creates a dangerous precedent, and Rep. Russell Fry defending it as essential for child safety.