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H 1954

An Act ensuring access to equitable representation in immigration proceedings

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by James Arena-DeRosa and 49 co-sponsors

Overview: H 1954, An Act ensuring access to equitable representation in immigration proceedings, Hearing rescheduled to 11/25/2025 from 10:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing

Hearing rescheduled to 11/25/2025 from 10:00 AM-05:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time
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Bill Summary · H 1954

Overview: H 1954, An Act ensuring access to equitable representation in immigration proceedings, Hearing rescheduled to 11/25/2025 from 10:00 AM-04:00 PM in A-2 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time, Introduced on February 27, 2025.

Purpose and Intent: The main goal of this bill is to ensure that all individuals involved in immigration proceedings have access to fair and equitable legal representation, regardless of their financial means or immigration status.

Key Provisions:
- Establishes a program to provide free or low-cost legal representation to individuals in immigration proceedings who cannot afford an attorney
- Requires the government to appoint counsel for unaccompanied minors and other vulnerable individuals in immigration proceedings
- Prohibits the government from initiating removal proceedings against individuals who have pending applications for relief or protection

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals involved in immigration proceedings, particularly those who cannot afford legal representation
- Immigrant communities and advocacy organizations that support access to justice
- The government, which will be required to provide and fund legal representation in certain cases

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill is currently in the hearing stage, with a rescheduled hearing set for November 25, 2025. The next step would be for the committee to vote on the bill and potentially send it to the full legislature for consideration.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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