Immigration (Detention)

in committee · United States · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8341: DEPORT Act of 2026

The DEPORT Act of 2026 proposes changes to U.S. immigration law regarding terrorism-related offenses. It would require all naturalization applicants to attest under oath that they have not committed, have charges pending for, or intend to commit specific terrorism-related crimes. The bill also establishes new procedures for denaturalizing U.S. citizens, allowing convictions or credible evidence of these offenses to be used as grounds for revoking citizenship, with certain presumptions of illegal procurement. Furthermore, it would make individuals convicted of such offenses inadmissible to the U.S., deportable if denaturalized, ineligible for most immigration benefits, and permanently barred from future admission. These provisions directly affect naturalization applicants, naturalized citizens, and aliens seeking admission or other immigration benefits.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens national security by tightening naturalization requirements and enabling denaturalization for terrorism-related offenses, enhancing criminal justice oversight.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigration by adding terrorism-related offenses as grounds for denaturalization, limiting citizenship protections for immigrants.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Detention Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Apr 2, 2026

HR 8182: Banning Perpetrators of Religious Persecution Act of 2026

This bill prohibits the issuance of U.S. visas to individuals who have committed particularly severe violations of religious freedom, either while serving as foreign government officials or while acting outside the United States. It directly affects foreign nationals by adding them to the list of inadmissible aliens under U.S. immigration law if they meet specific criteria related to religious persecution. The law requires the Secretary of State to publish the names and locations of these individuals on a public website, though the Secretary retains discretion to withhold identities if doing so would harm U.S. foreign policy interests. This measure expands existing immigration restrictions to specifically target those responsible for religious freedom violations, creating a new ground for visa denial.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access by prohibiting visas for individuals who committed religious persecution, directly limiting immigration eligibility.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Refugees & Asylum Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Apr 2, 2026

HR 8173: Reforming ICE and Protecting America Act

This bill appropriates federal funding for the Department of Homeland Security for fiscal year 2026 and includes several policy reforms affecting immigration enforcement and oversight. It provides billions of dollars in operating and procurement funds for agencies like Customs and Border Protection, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and the Coast Guard, while establishing new reporting requirements and restrictions on how those funds can be used. The legislation mandates body cameras for immigration agents, requires standardized uniforms and training for ICE officers, and limits detention of U.S. citizens to cases with probable cause of criminal activity. It also prohibits new border crossing fees, restricts certain surveillance systems, and requires enhanced oversight of detention facilities and grant programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates federal funding for DHS agencies and establishes new reporting requirements, directly advancing budget allocation and fiscal management for immigration enforcement programs.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill increases federal immigration enforcement funding and mandates body cameras for ICE, indicating stronger enforcement posture85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Procurement Border Security Detention Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Nov 19, 2025

S 3197: Flight Risk Reduction Act

This bill changes federal rules for detaining defendants before trial. It creates a new rule that non-citizen defendants (including non-permanent residents) are presumed to be a flight risk unless they provide strong proof they won't flee or pose a danger to others. Family ties or employment in the U.S. cannot be used to challenge this presumption. The change applies only to non-citizens, not U.S. citizens.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts non-citizen defendants' pretrial release rights by presuming flight risk without considering family ties or employment, reducing due process in detention decisions.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts non-citizen defendants' ability to challenge detention by presuming flight risk without considering family ties or employment, increasing detention enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 13, 2025

S 72: Justice for Jocelyn Act

This bill (S 72) changes how Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) releases non-detained immigrants. It requires that aliens only be placed in Alternatives to Detention (ATD) programs after all detention beds are filled, no detention options exist, and all reasonable detention efforts are exhausted (Section 2). It mandates continuous GPS monitoring and a nightly curfew (10 p.m. to 5 a.m.) for all aliens in ATD programs during all immigration proceedings and until removal (Section 3). Additionally, it allows for automatic removal in absentia if an alien fails to comply with release conditions, based on an officer’s affidavit (Section 4). The bill directly affects non-detained immigrants under ICE supervision who would previously qualify for ATD.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates detention before ATD use and enforces strict GPS/curfew, restricting alternatives to detention and increasing enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 24, 2025

S 685: Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act

This bill defines "sanctuary jurisdiction" as a state or local government that prohibits sharing immigration status information with federal authorities or refuses to comply with federal immigration detainers (requests to hold individuals for immigration enforcement). It makes such jurisdictions ineligible for specific federal grants, including Economic Development Administration funds and Community Development Block Grants, by requiring that grant projects be located in areas not designated as sanctuary jurisdictions. Jurisdictions found to be sanctuary jurisdictions must return any grant funds received during the period they were designated as such and cannot receive future funds until compliance is achieved. The bill takes effect on October 1, 2025.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill penalizes jurisdictions refusing federal immigration cooperation, mandating compliance to avoid loss of federal grants like CDBGs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Mar 4, 2025

HR 1837: Timely Departure Act

HR 1837, the Timely Departure Act, requires most nonimmigrant visa holders (such as students, temporary workers, and tourists) to pay a $5,000-$50,000 bond to ensure they depart the U.S. before their authorized stay ends. If they fail to leave by midnight on their expiration date, the bond is automatically forfeited (with no appeal), and the funds go to a detention/enforcement account. The bill also mandates that nonimmigrants seeking asylum must apply before their stay ends, or they lose eligibility to apply later. Forfeiture triggers a 4-12 year ban on obtaining any future immigration status or adjustment. Certain visa categories (like tourist visas under section 101(a)(15)(B)) and visa waiver program nationals are exempt from the bond requirement.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRequires $5k-$50k bond for nonimmigrants to depart, forfeits funds to detention account, mandates asylum applications before visa expiration - restricts access and increases enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 749: Stop Illegal Reentry Act

This bill increases criminal penalties for individuals who re-enter the U.S. after being deported, removed, or excluded. It sets a maximum 5-year prison sentence for most cases, but adds up to 10 years for those with prior drug/crime convictions or multiple prior removals. For serious cases - such as aggravated felonies or two prior reentry convictions - it mandates a 5-20 year prison term. The law directly affects people who return without authorization after formal immigration removal proceedings.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeIncreases mandatory prison terms for re-entry offenses, expanding criminalization and toughening sentencing - directly opposing reform efforts.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationIncreases criminal penalties for re-entry after deportation, strengthening enforcement and restricting immigrant access to U.S. territory.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Probation & Parole Sentencing Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 1668: End FEMA Benefits for Illegal Immigrants Act

HR 1668 prohibits the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) from using funds to support sheltering programs or facility improvements for U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) short-term holding facilities. It specifically cancels unused funds from two 2023 and 2024 appropriations acts that were previously allocated to FEMA for this purpose. The bill directly affects FEMA's budget authority and prevents the agency from funding non-Federal entities providing such support. This is a procedural funding change, not a new immigration policy.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesDefunds FEMA support for CBP facilities by canceling allocated funds, directly restricting budget authority for non-essential immigration programs.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationDefunds FEMA support for CBP holding facilities, restricting immigration enforcement resources and limiting federal funding for immigrant detention infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Detention Enforcement Tags Emergency Management

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in committee · United States · House Jan 9, 2025

HR 259: No Funding for Illegal Migrant Billboards Act

HR 259 prohibits using federal funds to advertise the Immigration Detention Ombudsman's office or functions through billboards or other public advertising. The bill amends the Homeland Security Act to prevent the Secretary from obligating or spending money on such advertisements. This directly affects the Ombudsman's ability to publicly promote their office using federal resources. The provision is strictly procedural, restricting how existing funds may be spent, not changing the Ombudsman's role or responsibilities.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts federal funding for promoting Immigration Detention Ombudsman services, limiting immigrant access to oversight mechanisms and weakening protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Detention

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