Virtual Immigration Hearing Access Bill
Official: Migrant Due Process Protection Act
IntroducedDecember 2, 2025
Why This Matters
This bill lets immigrants ask for their removal hearings to happen through video or phone calls instead of in person. This change aims to make the process more accessible and fair for those facing removal from the country.
If you are an immigrant facing removal, you can choose to attend your hearing by video or phone.
Affects: Immigrants facing removal proceedings who want to participate remotely.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill allows immigrants to request their removal hearings via video or phone. 2. Immigration judges must approve these requests for virtual hearings. 3. The bill ensures that immigrants are not treated unfairly during these virtual proceedings. 4. It applies to immigrants who are not in government custody.
Who is affected?
Immigrants facing removal proceedings who want to participate remotely.