S. 52: End Child Trafficking Now Act
A Senate bill (S.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | Senate bill (S.) |
| Originating chamber | Senate |
| Introduced | 2025-01-09 |
| Sponsor | Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN] |
| Policy area | Immigration |
| Cosponsors | 10 |
| Latest action | 2025-01-09 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. |
| Last updated | 2025-07-21 |
Summary
Official summary (Introduced in Senate, 2025-01-09):
End 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.
Cosponsors (10)
| Name | Party / state |
|---|---|
| Bill Cassidy | R LA (original cosponsor) 2025-01-09 |
| Ted Cruz | R TX (original cosponsor) 2025-01-09 |
| Steve Daines | R MT (original cosponsor) 2025-01-09 |
| Joni Ernst | R IA (original cosponsor) 2025-01-09 |
| Bill Hagerty | R TN (original cosponsor) 2025-01-09 |
| John Hoeven | R ND (original cosponsor) 2025-01-09 |
| Cindy Hyde-Smith | R MS (original cosponsor) 2025-01-09 |
| Mike Lee | R UT (original cosponsor) 2025-01-09 |
| Pete Ricketts | R NE (original cosponsor) 2025-01-09 |
| Thom Tillis | R NC (original cosponsor) 2025-01-09 |
Full text & official record
The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for S. 52 are published by Congress on congress.gov.
Frequently asked questions
What is S. 52?
S. 52 is a Senate bill (S.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the Senate. Official title: End Child Trafficking Now Act.
Where can I read the full bill text?
The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for S. 52 are available on congress.gov.
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