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DOJ opposition to proposed changes in Section 205 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, specifically regarding mandatory parole for relatives of trafficking victims and the requirement of cooperation with law enforcement.
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| Name | Type | Mentions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department of Justice (DOJ) | organization | 2467 | View Entity |
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This document is a legal analysis from the Department of Justice (DOJ) expressing opposition to proposed legislative changes in Sections 205, 211, and 213 of a law concerning human trafficking, likely the Immigration and Nationality Act. The DOJ argues against changes that would limit the discretion of the Secretary of Homeland Security, remove the Attorney General from the victim certification process, and delay law enforcement's involvement in identifying victims. The document, marked 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_012377', does not contain any mention of Jeffrey Epstein or related individuals.
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