Immigration

in committee · United States · House May 13, 2025

HR 3368: Born in the USA Act of 2025

HR 3368, the "Born in the USA Act of 2025," prohibits federal funding for Executive Order 14160 (which aimed to restrict birthright citizenship for children born in the U.S.). The bill directly affects federal agencies that might implement the executive order by blocking their use of funds for that purpose. Its key provision is a funding ban targeting the executive order and any similar future policies, without changing citizenship law. The bill does not alter birthright citizenship rights but prevents federal resources from being used to enforce the controversial executive order. It is a procedural measure focused on funding, not a substantive policy change to citizenship rules.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBlocks federal funding for Executive Order restricting birthright citizenship, protecting a core immigrant right without altering citizenship law.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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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 Jan 28, 2025

S 286: Stop Human Trafficking of Unaccompanied Migrant Children Act of 2025

This bill requires enhanced background checks and home visits for sponsors caring for unaccompanied migrant children. It mandates fingerprint checks, sex offender registry reviews, criminal history checks, and child abuse registry checks for all adult household members before a child can be placed with them. The bill also prohibits placing children with unlawful immigrants (except biological parents or guardians), requires pre-release home visits, and mandates at least five unannounced post-release home visits in the first year. Additionally, it requires monthly reports to Congress on child placements, background checks, and missing children cases, with retroactive vetting for all children placed since 2021.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates background checks and home visits to prevent human trafficking of children, aligning with criminal justice reform to protect victims and prevent exploitation.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill mandates background checks and restricts placement with unlawful immigrants (except biological parents) to prevent trafficking of unaccompanied migrant children, protecting immigrant children's safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms Human Trafficking

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in committee · United States · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7351: NURSE Visa Act of 2026

This bill would significantly increase the number of temporary visas for foreign nurses working in the U.S., raising the annual cap from 500 to 20,000. These visas would be specifically for nurses working in designated healthcare shortage areas, as determined by the Health Resources and Services Administration. It also requires healthcare facilities to have established provider-to-patient staffing ratio policies. The bill mandates that the Health and Human Services and State Departments issue implementing regulations within one year of enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases nurse workforce in healthcare shortage areas, directly improving patient access and addressing staffing shortages per HR 7351's visa cap expansion and staffing ratio requirements.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill increases temporary nurse visas from 500 to 20,000, explicitly expanding immigration opportunities for healthcare workers in shortage areas.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · United States · House Mar 14, 2025

HR 2129: No Round Up Act

HR 2129, the "No Round Up Act," repeals outdated provisions from the 1940 Alien Registration Act within U.S. immigration law. It specifically removes requirements for aliens to register, provide fingerprints, and submit forms under sections 261-266 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This directly affects immigrants who would have been subject to these mandatory registration procedures under the repealed law. The bill eliminates these specific administrative mandates without creating new requirements or altering broader immigration enforcement mechanisms.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRepeals mandatory registration/fingerprinting under outdated law, reducing administrative burdens and protecting immigrant rights by eliminating unnecessary federal mandates.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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passed · United States · House Apr 16, 2026

HRES 965: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 1689) to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for temporary protected status.

HRES 965 is a procedural resolution that directs the House to immediately consider H.R. 1689, a bill requiring the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for temporary protected status (TPS) until March 20, 2029. The resolution waives objections to the bill, sets a one-hour debate period equally divided between leadership, and specifies the amendment that would mandate the TPS designation. It does not change immigration law itself but streamlines the legislative process for H.R. 1689. This resolution affects Haitian nationals in the U.S. who could qualify for TPS under this provision.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationDesignates Haiti for TPS, protecting Haitian immigrants from deportation and allowing work authorization until 2029.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7347: Stop Inhumane Conditions in ICE Detention Act of 2026

HR 7347, the *Stop Inhumane Conditions in ICE Detention Act of 2026*, requires all facilities detaining noncitizens under U.S. immigration law - including contracted facilities - to implement real-time health reporting systems for medical, dental, and mental health conditions. It mandates anonymous, multilingual complaint systems for detainees with anti-retaliation protections, annual DHS audits of health conditions (including gender-specific care), and full-time health liaisons at each facility. The bill triggers contract reviews for facilities with three verified health complaints and requires quarterly public reports on conditions and complaints to Congress. These provisions directly affect ICE detention facilities, detainees, and DHS oversight processes, focusing on transparency and accountability in health care.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill mandates health reporting, complaint systems, and audits to prevent inhumane conditions in ICE detention, aligning with criminal justice reform by protecting detainee rights and improving correctional conditions.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates real-time health reporting, mental health services, and full-time liaisons in ICE facilities, directly improving detainee healthcare access and rights.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires real-time health reporting, anonymous complaints, and audits to improve detainee conditions in ICE facilities, directly protecting immigrant rights and safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Apr 30, 2025

HR 3104: Ukrainian Adjustment Act of 2025

Ukrainian Adjustment Act of 2025 This bill provides a streamlined process for certain Ukrainian nationals (including accompanying spouse and children) who are living in the United States to receive lawful permanent resident status. Specifically, the bill permits Ukrainian nationals who have been paroled into the United States after February 20, 2014, to apply for and receive lawful permanent resident status. Additionally, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may waive grounds for inadmissibility (excluding certain crimes or security related grounds) for individuals who apply for status adjustment. DHS must establish vetting requirements (including an interview) for applicants that are equivalent to those under the United States Refugee Admissions Program. The bill also preserves eligibility for the status adjustment of certain battered spouses whose eligibility for such status stemmed from a marriage that has terminated. Finally, the bill requires DHS to issue guidance to implement these requirements and establishes a deadline for eligible individuals to apply for adjustment.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationStreamlines path to LPR status for Ukrainians, advancing immigrant rights by enabling legal permanent residency for paroled individuals95% confidence

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · United States · House Apr 3, 2025

HR 2627: Keep STEM Talent Act of 2025

This bill changes visa rules for foreign graduate students pursuing STEM master's or doctoral degrees in the U.S. It requires these students to apply for admission before starting their program and adds background checks and credential verification to their visa process. It also creates a new pathway to permanent residency for STEM degree holders who secure jobs in their field at median wage levels, and allows students to seek permanent residency while on student visas (dual intent). The bill directly affects international students in STEM fields, U.S. universities, and employers hiring these graduates.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates pathway to permanent residency for STEM graduates, allowing dual intent and facilitating retention of skilled workers - strengthens immigration system for this group90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enhances STEM education and workforce development by streamlining visa processes for international students, supporting technology sector talent pipeline.75% confidence

Sub-Topics DACA & Dreamers Enforcement Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · House May 8, 2025

HR 3310: Venezuela TPS Act of 2025

HR 3310, the Venezuela TPS Act of 2025, designates Venezuela for Temporary Protected Status (TPS), allowing Venezuelan nationals already in the U.S. to remain legally for 18 months. It directly affects Venezuelans who have continuously resided in the U.S. since the bill's enactment, require registration with Homeland Security, and meet admissibility criteria. Key provisions include a $360 application fee (with waiver options), requirements for continuous presence since enactment, and rules for emergency travel abroad with prior approval. The bill creates a temporary legal status to protect Venezuelans from deportation due to ongoing instability in their home country.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationDesignates Venezuela for TPS, allowing legal stay and protection from deportation for existing residents, directly advancing immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement

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