Immigration (Sanctuary Policies)

in committee · United States · Senate Jul 16, 2025

S 2311: State Accountability for Federal Deployment Costs Act of 2025

This bill requires states that obstruct federal immigration enforcement to reimburse the federal government for costs when their actions lead to military deployments. Specifically, if a state fails to cooperate with lawful federal immigration operations - causing civil unrest or security issues - the Defense Department must invoice the state for military personnel's travel, lodging, and equipment costs. States have 180 days to pay; failure to pay could result in the federal government rescinding discretionary grants to that state. The bill targets states that "materially hindered" federal immigration enforcement, directly affecting those jurisdictions whose policies obstruct federal operations.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, threatening reimbursement for obstruction. Directly opposes state policies that limit federal enforcement, requiring states to support federal operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jan 3, 2025

HR 58: Voter Integrity Protection Act

HR 58, titled the "Voter Integrity Protection Act," amends U.S. immigration law to make certain voting violations by undocumented immigrants a basis for deportation. It adds "knowingly committing a violation of 18 U.S.C. §611" (which prohibits voting fraud by non-citizens) to the list of deportable offenses under the Immigration and Nationality Act. Specifically, it targets non-citizens unlawfully present in the U.S. who commit voting fraud, making such acts grounds for removal. The bill directly affects undocumented immigrants who commit voting violations, linking immigration enforcement to federal voting fraud statutes. It does not alter voting eligibility or election procedures for citizens.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationAmends immigration law to deport undocumented immigrants committing voting fraud, directly increasing enforcement against non-citizens.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Sanctuary Policies Work Authorization Tags Elections

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 25, 2025

S 707: No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act

S 707, the "No Bailout for Sanctuary Cities Act," defines "sanctuary jurisdictions" as states or localities that restrict sharing immigration status information with federal authorities or refuse to comply with federal detainer requests (except for crime victims/witnesses). The bill prohibits such jurisdictions from receiving federal funds intended to provide services like food, shelter, healthcare, legal aid, or transportation to undocumented immigrants, starting 60 days after enactment or the next fiscal year. It requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to annually report to Congress on jurisdictions failing to comply with federal immigration requests. This bill directly affects state and local governments with specific immigration policies, withholding targeted federal funding as a consequence.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill defunds federal services (food, shelter, healthcare) for undocumented immigrants in sanctuary jurisdictions, directly restricting government spending on these programs.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill restricts federal funding for healthcare services to undocumented immigrants in sanctuary jurisdictions, limiting access to essential health services.85% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill prohibits federal funds for shelter services to undocumented immigrants, directly defunding a housing-related assistance program.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationDefunds services for undocumented immigrants in sanctuary jurisdictions, restricting access to aid like shelter and healthcare per bill's prohibition on federal funds.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2025

HR 4703: To establish a system to track, record, and report all instances in which a United States citizen or individual lawfully admitted for permanent resident was, for the purpose of immigration enforcement, detained or removed by the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to create a system tracking all detentions or removals of U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents (LPRs) during immigration enforcement. DHS must report these cases quarterly to Congress, including instances where minors were removed alongside undocumented parents. The system must also include cases involving citizens or LPRs detained by other agencies and transferred to DHS. A separate process for individuals to prove citizenship or LPR status during detention must be established within 180 days.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires DHS to track detentions/removals of citizens/LPRs, ensuring accountability and preventing wrongful enforcement against protected individuals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2025

HR 3504: Artemis Act of 2025

This bill amends immigration law to create an exception for certain individuals during expedited removal proceedings. It prevents the removal of aliens who are natives or citizens of a "country of concern" (defined as a country designated as a "country of particular concern" or on the "special watch list" under the International Religious Freedom Act of 1998). The key mechanism adds a new exception (subparagraph H) to the existing immigration law, blocking expedited removal for these individuals. This directly affects people from designated countries who would otherwise face rapid deportation. The bill does not change the definition of "country of concern" or create new designations; it only modifies removal procedures for existing designations.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationPrevents expedited removal for individuals from designated 'countries of concern,' protecting vulnerable immigrants from deportation under specific criteria.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jun 27, 2025

HR 4234: Safeguarding Americans From Extremist Risk (SAFER) at the Border Act

HR 4234 prohibits U.S. officials from temporarily allowing certain individuals to enter the country at the border. It specifically bans parole (temporary entry) for refugees and individuals identified as having terrorism links, being on terror watchlists, or posing a national security risk due to potential ties to terrorism. The bill defines "known terrorist" (arrested/convicted for terrorism), "special interest alien" (with potential terrorism nexus), and "suspected terrorist" to establish these restrictions. These provisions apply to people seeking entry at the border who meet these criteria, replacing existing parole authority for such cases.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBans parole for refugees and terror-linked individuals, restricting border entry and enhancing security enforcement per bill's definition of restricted categories.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 23, 2025

S 200: RULES Act

This bill requires asylum seekers to apply only at official U.S. border crossings (ports of entry), not elsewhere in the country. It prohibits releasing applicants into the U.S. while their asylum case is processed. The law also states that people already inside the U.S. without legal status - caught inside the country or who overstayed their visa - cannot use these new rules to apply for asylum. This directly affects individuals seeking asylum who arrive at or near the border, limiting their ability to request protection without being detained first.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts asylum access to ports of entry only, bars interior applicants from seeking asylum, limits protections for immigrants90% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Refugees & Asylum Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jun 6, 2025

HR 3827: Recouping Funds from Sanctuary Cities Act of 2025

This bill requires cities and counties with "sanctuary" policies to return unobligated federal funds received during periods they maintained such policies. It directly affects local jurisdictions that have laws or practices blocking sharing of immigration status information or refusing to comply with federal detainer requests under immigration law. Key provisions mandate fund repayment for fiscal years starting five years before the bill's effective date (excluding certain crime control funds), with a 15-day grace period for jurisdictions to correct their policies. The law targets specific funding streams, not all federal aid, and focuses on unspent funds rather than future allocations.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill penalizes sanctuary cities by requiring repayment of federal funds for non-cooperation with immigration enforcement, directly opposing policies that limit federal immigration cooperation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jan 15, 2025

HR 419: Protecting America From Spies Act

This bill expands U.S. entry restrictions for immigrants suspected of security-related activities. It denies entry to anyone who engages in, or is suspected of engaging in, activities violating U.S. espionage/sabotage laws (even if done abroad), evading export controls, or seeking to oppose the U.S. government by force. It also bars spouses or children of such individuals if the security-related activity occurred within the last five years. The law applies to all potential immigrants, including those seeking visas or entry, without changing existing waiver processes.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationExpands entry restrictions for immigrants suspected of security violations, barring entry based on espionage/sabotage suspicions and family ties.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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passed · United States · House Jun 27, 2025

HR 275: Special Interest Alien Reporting Act of 2025

HR 275 requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to publish monthly reports on individuals classified as "special interest aliens" who attempt unlawful entry into the U.S. These reports, due by the seventh day of each month, must include the total number, nationalities or countries of origin, geographic regions of encounters, and whether entries occurred at ports, between ports, or inland. The reports must also identify if encounters involve "covered nations" as defined under existing law. This bill directly affects DHS, which must implement the reporting, and Congress, which receives the data for oversight. The law focuses on transparency around national security-related immigration encounters without altering immigration policy.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRequires DHS to report on unlawful entries and nationalities, enhancing enforcement data collection for immigration control90% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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