Immigration (Sanctuary Policies)

in committee · United States · House Mar 19, 2026

HR 8015: Incentivizing Cooperation in Immigration Enforcement Act

This bill modifies federal grant eligibility rules to prioritize states or local jurisdictions that have formal agreements with the Department of Homeland Security under the 287(g) program. The 287(g) program allows local law enforcement to work with federal immigration officials on immigration enforcement activities. By changing the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act, the legislation ensures that states or political subdivisions with these written agreements receive priority consideration when applying for certain crime control grants. The change does not mandate participation but creates a preference for jurisdictions already engaged in this type of cooperation.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill incentivizes states to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement through 287(g) agreements, increasing state-level immigration enforcement capabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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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 Mar 25, 2026

HR 8077: 287(g) Cooperation Act of 2026

This bill, the 287(g) Cooperation Act of 2026, requires state and local law enforcement agencies to sign a formal agreement with the Department of Homeland Security to remain eligible for federal Community Oriented Policing Services grants. The law mandates that agencies must have this written memorandum of agreement in place within 180 days of the bill's enactment, or they will be ineligible to receive funding for the program. The Attorney General and Secretary of Homeland Security must establish procedures to verify that agencies have completed this agreement before approving any grant awards. The changes apply to grant applications starting with fiscal year 2027 and all subsequent years.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill ties federal funding to 287(g) agreements, which expand immigration enforcement powers to local police, potentially increasing criminalization of immigrants and reducing civil liberties.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates state/local law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, restricting immigrant protections and increasing enforcement capacity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 8240: SAFER Act of 2026

The SAFER Act of 2026 prohibits U.S. immigration officials from granting asylum to individuals who have returned to their country of nationality or last habitual residence after applying for asylum. The bill also allows for the termination of existing asylum status, denaturalization, and deportation for those who return to their country of concern. Exceptions to these restrictions may be made on a case-by-case basis if the President certifies national security needs or the Secretary of State certifies a legitimate transfer of power in the country. This legislation directly affects asylum seekers and those already granted asylum who travel back to their home countries.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts asylum access and allows termination of status for those who return home, limiting immigrant protections95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Refugees & Asylum Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7846: Halo Act

This bill, known as the Halo Act, creates a new federal crime for intentionally approaching or staying within 25 feet of immigration enforcement officers after receiving a verbal warning, if the person intends to interfere with their work, threaten them, or harass them. It directly affects individuals who may attempt to block or disrupt immigration officers performing their duties, such as during arrests or investigations. The law defines harassment as conduct that causes substantial emotional distress to an officer and serves no legitimate purpose, and it carries penalties of up to five years in prison, a fine, or both. This provision adds to existing Title 18 United States Code by establishing specific boundaries for behavior near federal immigration officials.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill expands criminalization by creating new federal crime for obstructing immigration enforcement, increasing penalties and restricting individual rights.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill increases federal immigration enforcement penalties and restricts protections for those interacting with immigration officers, aligning with opposition indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jun 10, 2025

HR 3894: SAFE Cities Act

HR 3894, the SAFE Cities Act, requires the Attorney General to publish and update every 180 days a list of jurisdictions (states or local governments) that refuse to stop violence and property destruction, based on specific criteria like blocking police intervention or defunding law enforcement. The bill directs the Office of Management and Budget to issue guidance restricting federal grant eligibility for these jurisdictions, to the extent permitted by law. It would directly affect local or state governments meeting the defined criteria, potentially limiting their access to federal funding. The law focuses on creating a federal mechanism to identify and financially disfavor jurisdictions with policies deemed insufficient for public safety.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill targets jurisdictions defunding law enforcement and restricts federal grants to them, aiming to protect and strengthen law enforcement operations and funding.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill penalizes jurisdictions defunding police or blocking law enforcement, directly targeting 'sanctuary' policies that limit cooperation with federal immigration enforcement, thus opposing immigrant protections.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing Sanctuary Policies

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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 · House Sep 3, 2025

HR 5118: Protecting Law Enforcement from Doxxing Act

HR 5118, the "Protecting Law Enforcement from Doxxing Act," makes it a federal crime to publicly release the name of a federal law enforcement officer with the intent to obstruct a criminal investigation or immigration enforcement operation. The bill directly affects federal officers, including those working on immigration enforcement, by adding new protections to Title 18 of the U.S. Code. Key provisions create a new offense under Section 1510(f), punishable by fines, up to five years in prison, or both. The law specifically targets doxxing intended to interfere with official operations, not general public disclosure of officer identities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProtects law enforcement officers from doxxing, strengthening operational security for federal investigations under criminal justice framework.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill protects officers in immigration enforcement operations, strengthening enforcement efforts. This aligns with 'oppose' indicators (increases enforcement, restricts immigrant access).90% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jan 31, 2025

HR 871: RULES Act

The RULES Act requires asylum seekers to apply only at official U.S. ports of entry, not elsewhere in the country. It prohibits releasing applicants into the United States while their asylum application is pending. This directly affects individuals seeking asylum who cross the border without entering through designated ports. The law does not apply to people already inside the U.S. without authorization or who overstayed their visa.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts asylum access by mandating port-of-entry applications and prohibiting release during processing, limiting protections for seekers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Refugees & Asylum Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Feb 6, 2025

HR 1050: Criminal Alien Gang Member Removal Act

This bill would make it easier to remove non-citizens who are members of or associated with criminal gangs from the United States. It defines a "criminal gang" as a group of five or more people whose primary purpose is committing serious crimes including drug offenses, violent crimes, human trafficking, and other specified offenses. The Secretary of Homeland Security, with Attorney General consultation, would have authority to designate groups as criminal gangs, with procedures for review and potential revocation. The bill would block asylum eligibility, temporary protected status, special immigrant juvenile visas, and parole for those designated as gang members, with limited exceptions for those assisting law enforcement.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill targets removal of non-citizens in criminal gangs, increasing enforcement against specific immigrant groups, aligning with 'oppose' indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Refugees & Asylum Sanctuary Policies

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