Bennet Introduces Legislation Targeting Critical Reforms for Immigration and Customs Enforcement

 Pursuant to Senate Policy, petitions, opinion polls, and unsolicited mass electronic communications cannot be initiated by this office for the 60-day period immediately before the date of a primary or general election. Subscribers currently receiving electronic communications from this office who wish to unsubscribe may do so here . M About About Michael Legislation News Press Releases Social Media Newsletter Archive Services Priorities Top Issues Child Tax Credit Investing in Colorado Contact Map Español Acerca de Michael Escribe a Michael Prioridades Servicios Visitando D.C. Bennet Introduces Legislation Targeting Critical Reforms for Immigration and Customs Enforcement Washington, D.C.— Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet today introduced three bills aimed at reforming the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP): the Keeping Immigrants and Destinations Safe (KIDS) Act; the Training, Responsibility, Uniforms, and Standards for Transparency (TRUST) Act; and the Oversight, Protection, and […] May 20, 2026 | Press Releases Washington, D.C. — Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet today introduced three bills aimed at reforming the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), including Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP): the Keeping Immigrants and Destinations Safe (KIDS) Act; the Training, Responsibility, Uniforms, and Standards for Transparency (TRUST) Act; and the Oversight, Protection, and Enforcement Notification (OPEN) Act. As Senate Republicans force a vote this week on a budget package that would pour billions more into DHS and ICE without meaningful accountability, Bennet is pushing reforms to protect children and families, increase transparency, and restore accountability. The legislation aims to prevent the detention of children and ICE activity in sensitive locations; align standards for federal immigration officers with those expected from local law enforcement; and ensure oversight and civil rights protections at detention centers. “President Trump has unleashed his federal immigration forces on our communities with no accountability and no regard for the rule of law. This week, Senate Republicans prepare to force a vote to pump billions more into ICE. We must prioritize common sense reforms, setting clear standards and meaningful accountability,” said Bennet . “These bills focus on areas where Coloradans saw gaps in oversight and opportunities to build more protections, especially for children and families caught up in enforcement actions. The proposals are an important start grounded in transparency, accountability, and basic law-enforcement standards. Far more change is needed for comprehensive reform. I’ll keep fighting alongside Coloradans to make sure families and communities are treated with dignity and protected under the law.” The three bills were developed following a statewide listening tour led by Bennet’s office. Eight meetings were held across the state with immigration advocates, service providers, and local leaders to hear how Colorado communities have experienced and responded to the increasingly cruel and punitive immigration policies under the Trump Administration. These conversations helped inform Bennet’s legislation and elevate Colorado’s priorities. “Voces Unidas is committed to advancing immigrant rights, and we are proud to work with Senator Bennet in support of legislation that will benefit immigrant families in rural communities of Colorado,” said Alex Sánchez, President and CEO of Voces Unidas de las Montañas and Voces Unidas Action Fund. “The Keeping Immigrants and Destinations Safe (KIDS) Act, the Oversight, Protection, and Enforcement Notification (OPEN) Act, and the Training, Responsibility, Uniforms, and Standards for Transparency (TRUST) Act represent a critical effort to protect immigrants in sensitive locations, strengthen oversight of detention facilities, and increase accountability and transparency of ICE agents. We look forward to continuing our partnership with Senator Bennet to see these important legislative initiatives passed.” “At Adelante Community Development, we work every day alongside immigrant entrepreneurs and families who are the backbone of our community. Fear should never be a barrier to education, healthcare, or opportunity. The KIDS Act, OPEN Act, and TRUST Act represent the kind of commonsense protections our community has been asking for — keeping children with their families, bringing accountability to detention, and ensuring enforcement is conducted with transparency and dignity,” said María González, Founder & CEO, Adelante Community Development. “We are proud to stand with Senator Bennet in support of this legislation and grateful that the voices of our community were heard in its drafting.” “In rural communities like Southwest Colorado, we know how important it is for families to feel safe accessing sc