Immigration

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 17, 2026

SRES 775: A resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

This Senate resolution reaffirms the importance of the United States protecting refugees and displaced persons globally and within the country. It highlights specific statistics on displacement crises and criticizes current administration actions, such as an indefinite suspension of refugee admissions and cuts to foreign aid. The bill calls on government officials to restore the Refugee Admissions Program, lift bans on entry, and provide humanitarian support to vulnerable populations. While it does not change existing laws, it serves as a formal statement of support for refugee rights and urges the executive branch to resume resettlement efforts.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly calls to restore refugee admissions and lift entry bans, directly supporting immigrant protection and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 4411: Investing in the American Dream Act

The Investing in the American Dream Act expands eligibility for Small Business Administration loans to include businesses owned by certain immigrants, such as refugees, asylees, and individuals with deferred action. To qualify, these businesses must be located in the United States and at least 51 percent owned and controlled by U.S. citizens or nationals of the United States. The law explicitly states that businesses meeting these ownership and location requirements cannot be denied loans solely because they are owned by eligible immigrants. Additionally, the bill clarifies that it does not grant the SBA authority to increase the 51 percent ownership threshold for any type of loan.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill expands SBA loan eligibility to businesses owned by refugees, asylees, and deferred action individuals, directly supporting immigrant economic integration.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands SBA loan eligibility for immigrant-owned businesses, facilitating access to capital for employment creation and economic stability.75% confidence

Sub-Topics DACA & Dreamers Tags Small Business

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in committee · United States · House Jul 10, 2025

HR 4329: Building Civic Bridges Act

HR 4329, the Building Civic Bridges Act, creates an Office of Civic Bridgebuilding within the Corporation for National and Community Service to support projects reducing community divisions. It establishes a 3-year pilot grant program funding nonprofits, community groups, and schools to run projects that foster respect across diverse communities, address unmet needs like health or safety concerns, and improve social cohesion. Grants require projects to use research-based approaches, engage polarized communities, ensure participant safety, and track outcomes using standardized criteria. The program is funded exclusively through existing donations (not new federal funds) and mandates consultation with diverse community leaders and researchers. The Office will also compile research on civic bridgebuilding best practices for public access.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill promotes social cohesion and community integration through grants for diverse community projects, indirectly supporting immigrant inclusion and reducing divisions.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 27, 2025

SRES 145: A resolution protecting the Iranian political refugees, including female former political prisoners, in Ashraf-3 in Albania.

SRES 145 is a non-binding Senate resolution expressing support for Iranian political refugees residing in Ashraf-3, Albania. It calls on the U.S. government to condemn Iran’s threats (including cyberattacks and sham legal proceedings) against these refugees and to urge Albania to uphold their rights under international law, including freedom of expression and protection from extradition. The resolution specifically highlights the community’s status as former political prisoners and witnesses to Iran’s human rights abuses, such as the 1988 massacre. It does not create new laws but formally advocates for diplomatic action to safeguard this group.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProtects Iranian political refugees' rights, calls for U.S. government action to uphold their protections under international law95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Feb 23, 2026

HR 7652: Respect for Local Communities Act

HR 7652, the Respect for Local Communities Act, requires the federal government to obtain local community input before building new U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention centers or processing facilities. The bill mandates a 30-day public comment period in the Federal Register, written agreements with local mayors/councils and the state governor, and a 30-day waiting period after reporting to congressional committees before construction or operation begins. It directly affects local governments (mayors, city/county councils) and state governors who must agree to new facilities, and applies to any new ICE facility built after the bill's enactment. Key provisions include requiring an economic impact analysis, environmental compliance checks, and detailed public notice before federal agencies can proceed. The bill does not block construction but adds specific procedural steps for community engagement and oversight.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRestricts ICE facility expansion via local input requirements, limiting federal enforcement without community consent, aligning with immigrant protection indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 18, 2025

SRES 287: A resolution reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

SRES 287 is a non-binding Senate resolution reaffirming U.S. commitment to protecting refugees and displaced persons globally. It highlights the record 123 million forcibly displaced people worldwide (as of 2024) and specifically addresses the current suspension of U.S. refugee admissions, which has left over 100,000 refugees stranded in conditional approval status. The resolution calls for restoring the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program and urges federal agencies to uphold international refugee protections, including due process and resettlement for vulnerable groups like women, children, and refugees from conflict zones like Sudan and Gaza. It emphasizes that refugee resettlement supports U.S. national security, foreign policy, and economic interests, citing data showing refugees contributed $581 billion in government revenue between 2005-2019.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly calls to restore U.S. Refugee Admissions Program, addresses stranded refugees, and reaffirms commitment to refugee protections globally.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 4, 2025

S 398: NO BAN Act

The NO BAN Act (S.398) amends U.S. immigration law to prohibit discrimination based on national origin, religion, or other protected categories when processing nonimmigrant visas or immigration benefits. It explicitly bans entry restrictions that target specific nationalities or religions, requiring the President to justify any such restrictions with specific evidence, narrow tailoring, and congressional notification under Section 212(f). The bill mandates detailed public reporting on visa denials, waivers, and refugee admissions for affected countries, and requires ongoing 30-day updates if entry restrictions are implemented. This directly affects nonimmigrant visa applicants, refugees, and commercial airlines subject to enforcement provisions.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBans nationality/religion-based visa restrictions, prohibits discriminatory entry bans, directly protects immigrant rights under federal immigration law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 3, 2025

S 1281: RIDE Act

Restoring Industry Development in Entertainment Act or the RIDE Act This bill makes certain workers with a traveling carnival or circus eligible for P visas (nonimmigrant visas for athletes, artists, and entertainers). Such visas shall be available for workers who perform functions that are integral and essential to the carnival or circus, such as transporting and assembling relevant structures and equipment. Such visas shall only be available for a position if (1) there are not sufficient U.S. workers available, and (2) employing a non-U.S. national ( alien under federal law) will not adversely affect the wages and working conditions of similarly employed U.S. workers.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill creates P visa eligibility for carnival/circus workers, facilitating legal employment and supporting immigrant integration in entertainment sector.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands visa eligibility for carnival/circus workers, enabling more workers to legally work in the US and protecting their employment rights.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7335: Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act

HR 7335 establishes comprehensive humanitarian standards for individuals held in U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) custody. The bill requires facilities to provide immediate health screenings within 12 hours (6 hours for high-risk individuals like children, pregnant people, or those with medical conditions), ensure access to adequate water, sanitation, food (with 2,000+ calories daily for adults), and age-appropriate shelter. It mandates specific facility standards including separate housing for males and females, accessible accommodations for people with disabilities, daily outdoor access for those detained over 48 hours, and proper medical equipment and personnel on-site. The bill also requires regular inspections, staff training on humanitarian protocols, and public reporting of sexual abuse complaints. These standards directly affect all individuals detained by ICE or CBP, with special protections for vulnerable groups like children, pregnant people, and those with medical needs.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates immediate health screenings, medical access, and nutrition standards for detained individuals, directly advancing healthcare access in custody settings.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationMandates health screenings, nutrition, and shelter standards for ICE/CBP custody, directly protecting vulnerable immigrants' rights and conditions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 20, 2025

S 646: Born in the USA Act

This bill prohibits federal funding for Executive Order 14160 (and any successor policies), which attempted to deny U.S. citizenship to children born in the U.S. to non-citizen parents. It directly affects the executive branch by blocking financial support for the controversial order, which contradicted the 14th Amendment and established court precedent like *United States v. Wong Kim Ark*. The bill’s key mechanism is a funding ban, ensuring no government resources can be used to implement policies that undermine birthright citizenship guaranteed by the Constitution and immigration law. It does not alter citizenship rules but prevents enforcement of the challenged executive order.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBlocks funding for policy denying birthright citizenship, upholding 14th Amendment rights and *Wong Kim Ark* precedent95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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