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S. 1201: Strengthening Immigration Procedures Act of 2025

A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.

Overview

Congress119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026)
TypeSenate bill (S.)
Originating chamberSenate
Introduced2025-03-31
SponsorSen. Murphy, Christopher [D-CT]
Policy areaImmigration
Cosponsors0
Latest action2025-03-31 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Last updated2026-01-22

Summary

Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-03-31):

Strengthening Immigration Procedures Act of 2025

This bill allows an individual to raise a claim of ineffective assistance of counsel with respect to an immigration matter, including any matter concerning a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) pending before the Department of Homeland Security or the Department of Justice. This claim must be based on allegations of deficient performance by the individual’s prior counsel and that the deficient performance prejudiced the immigration proceeding.

The bill applies to any immigration case or proceeding that is pending as of the date of enactment, has commenced after the date of enactment, or is fully adjudicated before the date of enactment.

Full text & official record

The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 1201 are published by Congress on congress.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is S. 1201?

S. 1201 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: Strengthening Immigration Procedures Act of 2025.

Where can I read the full bill text?

The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 1201 are available on congress.gov.

Bill data: congress.gov API (official congressional records).