Bill Overview
Title: EMAP Act
Description: This bill establishes within the Department of Homeland Security a program to (1) lead the dissemination of information pertaining to the release of non-U.S. nationals ( alien under federal law) from custody, and (2) formalize partnerships with regional stakeholders relating to such information. The bill also requires U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection to provide certain information to the relevant state and local governments at least 24 hours before releasing a non-U.S. national from custody.
Sponsors: Rep. Guest, Michael [R-MS-3]
Target Audience
Population: Non-U.S. nationals who may be released from U.S. custody and subject to migration policy changes
Estimated Size: 10000000
- The bill addresses the release of non-U.S. nationals from custody, making them the primary impacted group.
- U.S. state and local governments will also be affected as they will receive information about releases earlier than they currently do.
- Regional stakeholders partnering with DHS may include NGOs, legal service providers, and community organizations that support migrant communities.
- By providing earlier notification to state and local governments, the bill could impact their operational and resource allocation processes to better prepare and possibly integrate released individuals.
- Non-U.S. nationals in detention environments are directly subject to the changes in information dissemination policy.
Reasoning
- The majority of Americans may not be directly impacted by this policy since it pertains to the release of non-U.S. nationals from custody.
- Border states where migrant releases are common will be more affected, potentially influencing local resources and planning.
- Non-governmental organizations and stakeholders engaged in migrant support will have better capacity to prepare with advanced notice.
- Budgetary limitations may cap the extent of outreach and efficiency of notification systems, particularly in larger states with higher release rates.
Simulated Interviews
NGO Worker (El Paso, Texas)
Age: 34 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy could help us plan better and offer more immediate support services.
- Currently, we often get little notice, putting a strain on our resources.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Local Government Official (Phoenix, Arizona)
Age: 41 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 5/20
Statement of Opinion:
- The sooner we know about releases, the better we can allocate resources and manage community relations.
- It will help us coordinate with local organizations more efficiently.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 5 |
Immigration Lawyer (Chicago, Illinois)
Age: 30 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 6/20
Statement of Opinion:
- An early alert system would greatly aid in legal preparation for clients.
- Having prior notice allows for more efficient allocation of legal resources.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 7 |
Freelance Journalist (San Diego, California)
Age: 29 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy provides a valuable source of information for investigative journalism.
- With better access to release information, my reporting can be more timely.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Small Business Owner (Houston, Texas)
Age: 52 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 5
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 12/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I hope this means a more stable local environment as far as social services are concerned.
- If this policy reduces sudden demographic shifts, then it's a positive.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 2 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 3 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 10 | 6 | 5 |
| Year 20 | 6 | 5 |
Retired Teacher (Tucson, Arizona)
Age: 60 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- I'm glad to hear about measures that can make release processes more humane and predictable.
- This could improve the transition for those released into our communities.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 7 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
University Student (Miami, Florida)
Age: 26 | Gender: other
Wellbeing Before Policy: 8
Duration of Impact: 5.0 years
Commonness: 10/20
Statement of Opinion:
- It's a small step, but it seems like a step in the right direction for human rights advocacy.
- Hopefully, this leads to broader systemic changes.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 8 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 8 |
Public Defender (Los Angeles, California)
Age: 47 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 20.0 years
Commonness: 7/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This policy will aid in better pre-release legal counseling.
- Advanced notice can help prevent potential legal oversights before release.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 9 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 9 | 6 |
Social Worker (New York, New York)
Age: 38 | Gender: male
Wellbeing Before Policy: 7
Duration of Impact: 15.0 years
Commonness: 8/20
Statement of Opinion:
- Improved notification timelines mean we can coordinate with services more effectively.
- This can reduce initial stress for newly released families we assist.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 2 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 3 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 7 |
| Year 20 | 8 | 7 |
Community Organizer (Dallas, Texas)
Age: 55 | Gender: female
Wellbeing Before Policy: 6
Duration of Impact: 10.0 years
Commonness: 9/20
Statement of Opinion:
- This by itself won't solve all problems, but it's a useful step towards more transparency.
- Policy implementation and actual practice will need close monitoring.
Wellbeing Over Time (With vs Without Policy)
| Year | With Policy | Without Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 2 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 3 | 7 | 6 |
| Year 5 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 10 | 8 | 6 |
| Year 20 | 7 | 6 |
Cost Estimates
Year 1: $10000000 (Low: $8000000, High: $15000000)
Year 2: $11000000 (Low: $8800000, High: $16500000)
Year 3: $11500000 (Low: $9200000, High: $17250000)
Year 5: $12000000 (Low: $9600000, High: $18000000)
Year 10: $13000000 (Low: $10400000, High: $19500000)
Year 100: $15000000 (Low: $12000000, High: $22000000)
Key Considerations
- Coordination with state and local governments as well as regional stakeholders is crucial for the successful implementation of the policy.
- Investments in IT systems for ICE and CBP are necessary to enable timely information dissemination.
- Long-term operational costs will be affected by the efficiency of established partnerships and IT systems.