Immigration

in committee · United States · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 5371: Stopping Border Surges Act

The Stopping Border Surges Act proposes significant changes to U.S. immigration law regarding unaccompanied children and asylum seekers. It mandates that unaccompanied alien children be repatriated to their home countries if they do not meet specific criteria, while also allowing for the detention of families who entered the country together for misdemeanor border-crossing charges. For asylum applicants, the bill restricts eligibility to those arriving at designated ports of entry and shortens the deadline to file an application from one year to six months. It introduces a "safe third country" provision that can bar asylum claims if an individual transited through another nation without seeking protection there first. Additionally, the legislation requires audio or video recording of expedited removal interviews, imposes criminal penalties for asylum fraud, and terminates asylum status if an individual voluntarily returns to their home country.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill mandates detention for misdemeanor border-crossing charges and restricts asylum eligibility, expanding criminalization within the justice system.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates repatriation of unaccompanied children, allows detention for border crossing, and restricts asylum eligibility, significantly limiting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 15, 2026

S 4983: Harry Reid Immigration Stabilization Act

This bill, the Harry Reid Immigration Stabilization Act, establishes a comprehensive framework to reduce overall immigration numbers, reform asylum procedures, increase penalties for criminal behavior, and enhance border security measures. It directly affects immigrants, refugees, asylum seekers, employers, and law enforcement agencies by setting strict caps on family and employment-based visas, requiring a 30-day filing deadline for asylum applications, and expanding the definition of aggravated felonies to include a wider range of crimes. Key mechanisms include mandating that employers verify work eligibility through a telephone verification system, creating a new border crossing fee, and requiring states to verify immigration status to receive certain federal benefits. Additionally, the legislation introduces stricter rules for criminal aliens facing expedited deportation, increases penalties for alien smuggling, and clarifies citizenship requirements for children born to non-citizen parents.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill explicitly increases penalties for criminal behavior and expands definitions of aggravated crimes, directly strengthening criminal justice enforcement.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigration by capping visas, tightening asylum deadlines, and increasing penalties.95% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill restricts employment-based visas and tightens asylum rules, limiting legal pathways for workers and potentially reducing labor supply.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Border Security Enforcement Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2026

HR 9824: Daycare Not Detentions Act of 2026

The Daycare Not Detentions Act of 2026 provides additional funding to the Department of Health and Human Services to support child care programs, including the Child Care and Development Block Grant, Head Start, and preschool development grants. These funds are intended to help states and organizations cover necessary expenses for these programs through fiscal year 2029. The bill also rescinds $70 billion in previously allocated money for U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement that has not yet been spent. Overall, the legislation redirects federal resources toward early childhood education and care rather than immigration enforcement activities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides additional funding for child care programs and rescinds funds for border enforcement, indicating support for social services spending.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases funding for child care and preschool programs, which supports early childhood education and expands access to educational services.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill rescinds $70B in funding for Customs and Border Protection and Immigration, directly weakening immigration enforcement capabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Early Childhood Border Security Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 5023: Ban Birth Tourism Act of 2026

The Ban Birth Tourism Act of 2026 prohibits individuals from entering the United States if their main reason for travel is to have a child born there to gain U.S. citizenship. This law makes such travelers inadmissible upon arrival and subject to deportation if they are found to have entered the country specifically for this purpose. Officials determine whether someone is engaging in birth tourism by assessing if the person's primary goal is obtaining citizenship for a child or if they are likely to give birth within ten months of entry. The bill directly affects foreign nationals planning to visit the U.S. with the intent of using their child's birthplace to secure citizenship status.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access by prohibiting entry for birth tourism, limiting protections for those seeking citizenship via birth.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 13, 2026

S 4954: Citizenship Act of 2026

The Citizenship Act of 2026 redefines the legal status of individuals currently in the United States without legal admission as "invaders" and removes birthright citizenship from children born to these individuals. This change specifically targets mothers who are unlawfully present in the country or entered for the purpose of giving birth, as well as foreign nationals involved in commercial surrogacy contracts within the U.S. By amending the Immigration and Nationality Act, the bill ensures that citizenship is no longer automatically granted to these specific groups of children, regardless of their place of birth. Additionally, the legislation declares that courts cannot review the government's determination that an invasion is occurring at the border.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts birthright citizenship and labels undocumented individuals as 'invaders', limiting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · Senate May 21, 2026

S 4620: Mandatory E-Verify Act of 2026

The Mandatory E-Verify Act of 2026 makes the E-Verify employment eligibility verification system permanent and mandatory for all employers in the United States, including those who hire, recruit, or refer individuals for jobs. The bill requires employers to use the system within a phased timeline based on company size, ranging from six months for large businesses with 10,000 or more employees to 18 months for smaller businesses with fewer than 20 employees, while exempting agricultural labor verification until 18 months after enactment. Key provisions include increased civil and criminal penalties for non-compliance, the ability for the government to debar repeat violators from federal contracts, and a requirement that states sharing driver's license data with the system remain eligible for certain federal funding. Additionally, the act establishes a self-check feature for individuals to verify their own status, expands data sharing between federal and state agencies to prevent fraud, and creates a good-faith defense for employers who rely on the system's results.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates E-Verify, restricting immigrant access to employment and increasing enforcement cooperation.95% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentMandatory E-Verify restricts hiring practices and limits worker access to employment, which opposes labor standards and worker rights.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · Senate May 20, 2026

S 4593: Detention Authority Clarification Act

The Detention Authority Clarification Act amends immigration laws to change the term 'alien seeking admission' to 'applicant for admission' in specific sections. It also updates the list of individuals subject to mandatory detention by adding a new category for applicants seeking entry. These changes aim to clarify the terminology and scope of who can be detained under current immigration statutes.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill expands mandatory detention categories, thereby increasing restrictions and enforcement against immigrants.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 8640: Non-Domiciled CDL Reporting Act

This bill requires state driver license agencies to report expiration dates and copies of non-domiciled commercial driver's licenses to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. The administration will then use a federal verification system to check if these drivers have unlawful presence in the United States and share that information with immigration officials if necessary. Additionally, the bill mandates annual reports to Congress detailing how many such licenses were flagged and where they were issued. States that fail to comply with these reporting requirements may face financial penalties under existing federal laws.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates state agencies share data with federal immigration officials and restricts access to commercial driving privileges for those with unlawful presence.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate May 12, 2026

S 4501: BACK OFF Act

The BACK OFF Act establishes new grounds for denying entry and deporting individuals who attempt to enter the United States specifically to give birth and secure citizenship for their children. It mandates that immigration officers and consular officials require medical examinations for women of childbearing age to assess the likelihood of childbirth during their stay, with potential visa denials based on these findings. The legislation also creates a specialized taskforce within the Department of Homeland Security to investigate and prosecute those who facilitate birth tourism, while imposing severe criminal penalties, including up to 25 years in prison, on individuals who assist in these activities. Additionally, the bill restricts judicial review of birth tourism cases and authorizes the suspension of visas from countries that refuse to accept their citizens for removal.

Topics ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts access to reproductive healthcare services by mandating medical exams to deny entry for childbirth.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access by creating new grounds for deportation and denying entry to those seeking birth tourism.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · House Feb 25, 2026

HR 7703: Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act

The Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act amends federal law to modify exemptions for government entities regarding firearms. Currently, federal, state, and local government agencies are generally exempt from many federal prohibitions when acquiring or supplying firearms for official use. This bill would remove that exemption for specific prohibitions, making it unlawful for government entities to provide firearms to or employ individuals who are unlawfully in the United States. Additionally, the bill removes the

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts law enforcement by prohibiting government entities from employing or arming individuals unlawfully in the US, limiting police operational capacity.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts government entities from employing individuals unlawfully in the US and removes firearm exemptions for such individuals, limiting protections for immigrants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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