It can be challenging to keep up with the constant barrage of proposed legislation in Congress. So, every week, we round up new bills here. This list includes federal legislative proposals that have recently been introduced and that are relevant to immigration policy.
This Week’s Bills
Friday, June 2, 2023
S.1786
Afghan Allies Protection Act
This bill would increase the number of available special immigrant visas (SIVs) for Afghans by 20,000 visas. In addition, it would require the Department of State to create a plan to address the current backlog of SIV applications and address other barriers to processing such as authorizing virtual interviews and providing reimbursement or prepayment of medical examinations for economic hardship cases.
Sponsored by Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-New Hampshire) (1 cosponsor — 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
06/01/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Jeanne Shaheen
06/01/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.3693
Migrant Relocation Transparency Act
This bill would require the Secretaries of Homeland Security and Health and Human Services to consult with governors and mayors before migrants could be transported, resettled, or relocated by the federal government to their jurisdictions. It would also mandate specific reporting requirements around noncitizens who are resettled, transported, or relocated.
Sponsored by Rep. Andrew R. Garbarino (R-New York) (10 cosponsors — 10 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
05/25/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Andrew R. Garbarino
05/25/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.3711
Schools Not Shelters Act
This bill would restrict schools that receive federal funds from serving as migrant shelters.
Sponsored by Rep. Marcus J. Molinaro (R-New York) (1 cosponsor — 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
05/25/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Marcus J. Molinaro
05/25/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce
H.R.3714
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to extend honorary citizenship to otherwise qualified noncitizens who enlisted in the Philippines and died while serving on active duty with the United States Armed Forces during certain periods of hostilities
Sponsored by Rep. Grace F. Napolitano (D-California) (3 cosponsors — 1 Republican, 2 Democrats)
05/25/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Grace F. Napolitano
05/25/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.3734
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for an H-2C nonimmigrant classification
Sponsored by Rep. Lloyd Smucker (R-Pennsylvania) (1 cosponsor — 0 Republicans, 1 Democrat)
05/25/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Lloyd Smucker
05/25/2023 Referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary, on Ways and Means, and Oversight and Accountability
H.R.3735
Expanding Health Care Providers for Veterans Act
This bill would make the Department of Veterans Affairs and State Veterans Homes cap-exempt for H-1B visas.
Sponsored by Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Michigan) (1 cosponsor — 0 Republicans, 1 Democrat)
05/25/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Rashida Tlaib
05/25/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Bills From Past Weeks
Friday, May 26, 2023
H.R.3454
To authorize the transfer to Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas of certain materials for the construction of the border wall
Sponsored by Rep. Beth Van Duyne (R-Texas) (0 cosponsors)
05/17/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Beth Van Duyne
05/18/2023 Referred to the House Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings, and Emergency Management
H.R.3591
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to permanently bar aliens who are ordered removed after failing to appear at a removal proceeding, absent exceptional circumstances, from becoming permanent residents of the United States
Sponsored by Rep. David Rouzer (R-North Carolina) (0 cosponsors)
05/22/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. David Rouzer
05/22/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.3599
Dignity Act
This bill would provide increased funding for border security, mandate E-Verify, raise certain criminal penalties, and make other enforcement-focused changes. It would overhaul existing asylum timelines and procedures, and it would create immigration pathways for Dreamers, TPS recipients, and other long-term undocumented populations, among other significant provisions.
Sponsored by Rep. María Elvira Salazar (R-Florida) (7 cosponsors — 3 Republicans, 4 Democrats)
05/23/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. María Elvira Salazar
05/23/2023 Referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary, Homeland Security, Ways and Means, Agriculture, Transportation and Infrastructure, the Budget, Education and the Workforce, Foreign Affairs, Oversight and Accountability, Intelligence (Permanent Select), Financial Services, and Armed Services
H.R. 3602
To prohibit the intentional hindering of immigration, border, and customs control
Sponsored by Rep. Juan Ciscomani (R-Arizona) (3 cosponsors — 3 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
05/23/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Juan Ciscomani
05/23/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.3610
To repeal the Alien Enemies Act
Sponsored by Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minnesota) (30 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 30 Democrats)
05/23/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Ilhan Omar
05/23/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.3632
To prohibit the use of military installations to house aliens who do not have a lawful immigration status or are undergoing removal proceedings in the United States
Sponsored by Rep. John R. Carter (R- Texas) (7 cosponsors — 7 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
05/24/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. John R. Carter
05/24/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services
H.R.3638
Protecting Federal Funds from Human Trafficking and Smuggling Act of 2023
This bill would have the director of the Office of Management and Budget mandate that nonprofits certify their compliance with federal human trafficking, noncitizen smuggling, fraud, and other laws to receive federal funds, among other changes.
Sponsored by Rep. Lance Gooden (R-Texas) (10 cosponsors — 10 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
05/24/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Lance Gooden
05/24/2023 Referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary, Oversight and Accountability, and Ways and Means
Friday, May 19, 2023
S.1464
Enhancing DHS Drug Seizures Act
This bill would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to make plans for fortifying public-private partnerships in key industries, study ways to improve data collection on illegal drug seizures, and increase penalties for certain drug traffickers.
Sponsored by Sen. Gary C. Peters (D-Michigan) (1 cosponsor — 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
05/04/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Gary C. Peters
05/04/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
S.1600
Border Management, Security, and Assistance Act of 2023
This bill would give funding to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for increased capacity, personnel, and technology. It would impose enhanced penalties around human smuggling, drug trafficking, and surveillance of border security personnel. And it would funnel resources toward legal immigration processing, while making other changes to border and immigration policy.
Sponsored by Sen. Richard J. Durbin (D-Illinois) (13 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 12 Democrats, 1 Independent)
05/15/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Richard J. Durbin
05/15/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Appropriations
S.1640
Empowering Law Enforcement Act
This bill would extend immigration enforcement authority to state and local law enforcement, reimburse state and local officials for incarceration and transportation, allow the DHS Secretary to extend immigration detention, and make other changes. The House companion, H.R.3407, was introduced by Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-Georgia).
Sponsored by Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) (2 cosponsors — 2 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
05/17/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Tommy Tuberville
05/17/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.1667
America’s CHILDREN Act
This bill would protect “documented Dreamers” — immigrants brought to the U.S. legally as children — from current hardships imposed by the U.S.’s antiquated immigration laws. The House companion, H.R. 3442, was introduced by Rep. Deborah K. Ross (D-North Carolina).
Sponsored by Sen. Alex Padilla (D-California) (6 cosponsors — 3 Republicans, 1 Democrat, 2 Independents)
05/17/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Alex Padilla
05/17/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.1727
Safe Environment from Countries Under Repression and in Emergency (SECURE) Act
This bill would provide the opportunity for eligible Temporary Protected Status (TPS) recipients to apply for lawful permanent residency, while making other significant changes to immigration policy.
Sponsored by Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-Maryland) (27 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 26 Democrats, 1 Independent)
05/18/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Chris Van Hollen
05/18/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.1747
A bill to repeal the Alien Enemies Act
Sponsored by Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaii) (3 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 2 Democrats, 1 Independent)
05/18/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Mazie K. Hirono
05/18/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2915
Farm Workforce Support Act of 2023
This bill would require the U.S. Comptroller General to report to Congress on the H-2A visa program.
Sponsored by Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-New Mexico) (2 cosponsors — 2 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
04/26/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Gabe Vasquez
04/26/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.3201
For the relief of Cristina Martin
Sponsored by Rep. Terri A. Sewell (D-Alabama) (0 cosponsors)
05/10/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Terri A. Sewell
05/10/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.3217
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to tighten asylum laws
Sponsored by Rep. John R. Carter (R-Texas) (0 cosponsors)
05/11/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. John R. Carter
05/11/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.3234
To authorize the immediate expulsion of inadmissible aliens attempting to enter the United States by fraud or without a necessary entry document
Sponsored by Rep. Jared F. Golden (D-Maine) (6 cosponsors —4 Republicans, 2 Democrats)
05/11/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Jared F. Golden
05/11/2023 Referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary and on Homeland Security
H.R.3274
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that the 3-month State residency requirement for applicants for naturalized citizenship do not apply with respect to spouses of members of the Armed Forces serving on active duty at a location in the United States
Sponsored by Rep. Marilyn Strickland (D-Washington) (1 cosponsor — 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
05/11/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Marilyn Strickland
05/11/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.3508
Comprehensive Southern Border Strategy Act
This bill would direct the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to submit to relevant congressional committees a comprehensive strategy surrounding the U.S.’s southern border.
Sponsored by Rep. Young Kim (R-California) (3 cosponsors — 1 Republican, 2 Democrats)
05/18/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Young Kim
05/18/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security
Friday, May 12, 2023
H.R. 3194
U.S. Citizenship Act of 2023
The bill would expand pathways to citizenship for migrants, address the root causes of migration, manage the southern border, and reform the immigrant visa system.
Sponsored by Representative Linda Sánchez (D-California) (100 cosponsors — 100 Democrats, 0 Republicans)
05/10/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Sánchez
05/10/2023 Referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary; Ways and Means; Armed Services; Education and the Workforce; House Administration; Financial Services; Natural Resources; Oversight and Accountability; Foreign Affairs; Homeland Security; Intelligence; and Energy and Commerce
S. 1479
Make the Migrant Protection Protocols Mandatory Act
The bill would reinstate and codify the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP), commonly known as the “Remain in Mexico” program.
Sponsored by Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tennessee) (3 cosponsors — 3 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
05/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Blackburn
05/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 1494
Border’s Unused Idle and Lying Dormant Inventory Transfer Act (BUILD IT Act)
The bill would require the federal government to transfer to any state, upon request, any unused material associated with the construction of barriers along the Southwest border.
Sponsored by Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) (4 cosponsors — 4 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
05/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Ernst
05/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
S. 1498
Finish It Act
The bill would require the Secretary of Defense to use, transfer, or donate all excess construction materials intended for the wall on the southwest border of the United States that are being stored by the Department of Defense.
Sponsored by Senator Roger Wicker (R-Mississippi) (3 cosponsors — 3 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
05/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Wicker
05/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Armed Services
S. 1532
Alan T. Shao II Fentanyl Public Health Emergency and Overdose Prevention Act
The bill would authorize the Department of Homeland Security to utilize powers similar to those under Title 42 to expedite the processing and removal of migrants entering the country between ports of entry in response to the fentanyl-related public health emergency.
Sponsored by Senator Tim Scott (R-South Carolina) (3 cosponsors — 3 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
05/10/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Scott
05/10/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
Friday, May 5, 2023
S.1392
A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for the adjustment of status of essential workers
The House companion, H.R.3043, was introduced by Rep. Joaquin Castro (D-Texas).
Sponsored by Sen. Alex Padilla (D-California) (13 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 12 Democrats, 1 Independent)
05/01/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Alex Padilla
05/01/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.1444
A bill to increase the pay and enhance the training of United States Border Patrol agents
Sponsored by Sen. James Lankford (R-Oklahoma) (1 cosponsor —0 Republicans, 0 Democrats, 1 Independent)
05/04/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. James Lankford
05/04/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
S.1461
The Stop Human Trafficking of Unaccompanied Migrant Children Act
This bill would require intensive vetting for sponsors of unaccompanied migrant children, including mandatory home visits before and after the child is released. It would also prohibit undocumented immigrants who are not biological parents or relatives from sponsoring unaccompanied kids.
Sponsored by Sen. Rick Scott (R-Florida) (2 cosponsors — 2 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
05/04/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Rick Scott
05/04/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.1473
A bill to authorize the immediate expulsion of inadmissible aliens attempting to enter the United States by fraud or without a necessary entry document
Sponsored by Sen. Krysten Sinema (I-Arizona) (3 cosponsors — 2 Republicans, 1 Democrat)
05/04/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Krysten Sinema
05/04/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 2
Secure the Border Act of 2023
This sweeping bill package would severely limit asylum eligibility and access, curtail other humanitarian pathways, restart border wall construction, mandate employers to verify potential workers’ immigration status nationwide, and make other significant changes to immigration law and practice.
Sponsored by Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart (R-Florida) (8 cosponsors — 8 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
05/02/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Mario Díaz-Balart
05/02/2023 Referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary, on Homeland Security, Ways and Means, Education and the Workforce, and Foreign Affairs
H.R. 3051
To require advance consultation with State and local officials and monthly reports to Congress regarding the resettlement, transportation, and relocation of aliens in the United States
Sponsored by Rep. Charles J. “Chuck” Fleischmann (R-Tennessee) (0 cosponsors)
05/02/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Charles J. “Chuck” Fleischmann
05/02/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Friday, April 28, 2023
S.1192
Stop Fentanyl Border Crossings Act
This bill would authorize the Secretary of Homeland Security to suspend the entry of persons from certain countries under Title 42 if the Secretary determines that drugs are being smuggled from those countries.
Sponsored by Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tennessee) (10 cosponsors — 10 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
04/19/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Bill Hagerty
04/19/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
S.1263
Filipino Veterans Family Reunification Act
This bill would amend immigration law to exempt the children of certain Filipino World War II veterans from global limits on immigration. The House companion, H.R.2823, was introduced by Rep. Ed Case (D-Hawaii).
Sponsored by Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaii) (14 cosponsors — 2 Republicans, 11 Democrats, 1 Independent)
04/25/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Mazie K. Hirono
04/25/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.1312
Securing Our Border Act
This bill would, in part, redirect $15 billion in funding meant for Internal Revenue Service agents to pay for border inspections, border wall construction, and retention bonuses for Border Patrol agents.
Sponsored by Sen. Tim Scott (R-South Carolina) (7 cosponsors — 7 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
04/26/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Tim Scott
04/26/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Finance
S.1343
A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to alter the definition of “conviction”
Sponsored by Sen. Alex Padilla (D-California) (9 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 8 Democrats, 1 Independent)
04/27/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Alex Padilla
04/27/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2794
Border Reinforcement Act of 2023
This bill would restart construction of a border wall, increase the number of Border Patrol agents, require U.S. Customs and Border Protection to come up with a technology investment plan, upgrade current technology, and make other changes to U.S. border enforcement.
Sponsored by Rep. Mark E. Green (R-Tennessee) (17 cosponsors — 17 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
04/24/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Rep. Mark E. Green
04/24/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Homeland Security, on Ways and Means, and on the Judiciary
H.R.2806
DHS Rural and Remote Hiring and Retention Strategy Act of 2023
This bill would mitigate personnel shortages affecting U.S. Customs and Border Protection in rural communities.
Sponsored by Rep. Jared F. Golden (D-Maine) (3 cosponsors — 2 Republicans, 1 Democrat)
04/24/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Rep. Jared F. Golden
04/24/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security
H.R. 2827
Partner with Korea Act
This bill would allot 15,000 E-4 visas for Koreans. The Senate companion, S.1301, is sponsored by Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawaii).
Sponsored by Rep. Gerald E. Connolly (D-Virginia) (1 cosponsor — 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
04/25/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Rep. Gerald E. Connolly
04/25/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2837
To provide for higher minimum pay for certain U.S. Border Patrol agents
Sponsored by Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) (0 cosponsors)
04/25/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Tony Gonzales
04/25/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability
H.R.2843
To prohibit the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration from accepting warrants for the arrest of aliens as valid proof of identification at aviation security checkpoints
Sponsored by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-New York) (0 cosponsors)
04/25/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis
04/25/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security
H.R.2844
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Secretary of Health and Human Services to make available to the public on the websites of their respective departments certain information relating to individuals processed through U.S. Customs and Border Protection or Department of Health and Human Services facilities
Sponsored by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-New York) (0 cosponsors)
04/25/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis
04/25/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2913
To designate Lebanon under section 244 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to permit nationals of Lebanon to be eligible for temporary protected status under such section
Sponsored by Rep. Rashida Tlaib (D-Michigan) ((1 cosponsor — 0 Republicans, 1 Democrat)
04/26/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Rashida Tlaib
04/26/2023 Referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary and on the Budget
H.R.2946
Safe Zones Act (SZA) of 2023
This bill would broaden which staff could conduct credible fear analysis and streamline the asylum process to expedite adjudications. It would also establish “safe zones” at embassies, consulates, or similar facilities, and make other changes.
Sponsored by Rep. Vicente Gonzalez (D-Texas) (0 cosponsors)
04/27/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Vicente Gonzalez
04/27/2023 Referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary and on Homeland Security
Friday, April 21, 2023
S.1208
Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act
This bill would repeal mandatory detention, bar children and families from being detained, create a presumption of release for vulnerable populations, phase out immigration detention at private facilities and jails, and make other changes to U.S. immigration detention. The House companion, H.R.2760, was introduced by Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Washington).
Sponsored by Sen. Cory A. Booker (D- New Jersey) (6 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 5 Democrats, 1 Independent)
04/19/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Cory A. Booker
04/19/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.1253
A bill to increase the number of U.S. Customs and Border Protection Customs and Border Protection officers and support staff and to require reports that identify staffing, infrastructure, and equipment needed to enhance security at ports of entry
Sponsored by Sen. Gary C. Peters (D-Michigan) (1 cosponsor — 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
04/20/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Gary C. Peters
04/20/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
H.R. 2577
DHS Suicide Prevention and Resiliency for Law Enforcement Act
This bill would establish the Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Program for law enforcement officers and agents. The Senate companion is S.1137.
Sponsored by Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-Mississippi) (1 cosponsor — 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
04/13/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Bennie G. Thompson
04/13/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security
H.R.2580
Ensuring United Families at the Border Act
This bill would explicitly state there is no presumption that a migrant child accompanied by family should not be detained. It would also require the Homeland Security Secretary to detain migrant families during misdemeanor prosecutions for entering unlawfully, establish a sense of Congress that these provisions satisfy the Flores Settlement Agreement, and bar states from requiring licensing for immigration detention facilities that hold kids.
Sponsored by Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Arizona) (10 cosponsors — 10 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
04/13/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Andy Biggs
04/13/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2632
To require reports on the immigration status of individuals convicted of State crimes
Sponsored by Rep. George Santos (R-New York) (0 cosponsors)
04/17/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. George Santos
04/17/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2633
Terrorist Organization Classification Act
This bill would direct the Secretary of State to report to Congress on the designation as foreign terrorist organizations of Queen Nation, MS-13, Sinaloa, Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generación, and Beltran Leyva Organization.
Sponsored by Rep. George Santos (R-New York) (0 cosponsors)
04/17/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. George Santos
04/17/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2640
Border Security and Enforcement Act of 2023
This bill would limit asylum, require employers to verify workers’ immigration statuses, curtail the executive’s parole powers, create criminal penalties for visa overstays, and make other changes to immigration law.
Sponsored by Rep. Tom McClintock (R-California) (1 cosponsor — 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
04/17/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Tom McClintock
04/19/2023 Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 23 – 15
H.R. 2644
To reduce the amount of foreign assistance to El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras based on the number of unaccompanied alien children who are nationals or citizens of such countries and who in the preceding fiscal year are placed in Federal custody by reason of their immigration status
Sponsored by Rep. Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas) (0 cosponsors)
04/17/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Michael C. Burgess
04/17/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs
H.R. 2697
Fairness to Freedom Act of 2023
This bill would create a right to legal representation at government expense for those facing removal and unable to afford counsel.
Sponsored by Rep. Norma J. Torres (D-California) (20 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 20 Democrats)
04/18/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Norma J. Torres
04/18/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 2699
For the relief of Felipe Diosdado
Sponsored by Rep. Danny K. Davis (D-Illinois) (0 cosponsors)
04/18/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Danny K. Davis
04/18/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2737
Stop the Invasion Act
This bill would require the president to suspend the entry of noncitizens when the average number of encounters exceeds a limit.
Sponsored by Rep. Andrew Ogles (R-Tennessee) (15 cosponsors — 15 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
04/20/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Andrew Ogles
04/20/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 2738
To amend section 235(b)(2)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act to require the implementation of the Migrant Protection Protocols
Sponsored by Rep. Roger Williams (R-Texas) (1 cosponsor — 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
04/20/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Roger Williams
04/20/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2758
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to make the exception for returning workers permanent
Sponsored by Rep. Clay Higgins (R-Louisiana) (0 cosponsors)
04/20/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Clay Higgins
04/20/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Friday, April 14, 2023
S.1068
Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act
This bill would authorize local law enforcement to work with federal immigration enforcement and pull funding from sanctuary cities. Sanctuary jurisdictions are those which limit state and local officials’ involvement in federal immigration enforcement functions.
Sponsored by Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) (19 cosponsors — 19 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/30/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Ted Cruz
03/30/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 2494
Protect Our Law Enforcement with Immigration Control and Enforcement (POLICE) Act of 2023
This bill would amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to make explicit that assaulting law enforcement officers is a deportable act.
Sponsored by Rep. Andrew R. Garbarino (R-New York) (8 cosponsors — 8 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
04/06/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Andrew R. Garbarino
04/06/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2557
CBP Workload Staffing Model Act
This bill would direct the CBP commissioner to come up with and implement a staffing model.
Sponsored by Rep. Clay Higgins (R-Louisiana) (0 cosponsors)
04/10/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Clay Higgins
04/10/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security
Friday, April 7, 2023
S.255
Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2023
This bill would allow individuals seeking asylum at ports of entry to be eligible for work authorization starting 30 days after they apply for asylum, provided their applications are not frivolous, they are not detained, and their identities have been verified.
Sponsored by Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) (2 cosponsors— 2 Independents, 0 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/02/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Susan Collins
02/02/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.365
Dream Act of 2023
This bill would allow Dreamers to earn lawful permanent residence and eventually become American citizens. A Dreamer is an undocumented immigrant who came to the United States as a child.
Sponsored by Sen. Richard Durbin (D-Illinois) (1 cosponsor— 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Richard Durbin
02/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.637
Child Labor Prevention Act
This bill would increase civil penalties and create criminal penalties for violations of child labor laws. It would also protect all working children under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). In addition, the bill would index penalties to the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers.
Sponsored by Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) (10 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 10 Democrats)
03/02/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Brian Schatz
03/02/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
H.R.29
Border Safety and Security Act of 2023
This bill would grant discretionary authority to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to suspend the entry of foreign nationals to the United States at ports of entry whenever DHS deems necessary that such a measure would help to achieve operational control over the border. The bill would further mandate the suspension of the entry of foreign nationals at ports of entry if certain conditions are not met.
Sponsored by Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) (68 cosponsors— 68 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Chip Roy
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Homeland Security and the Judiciary
H.R.319
Legal Workforce Act
This bill would require employers to check the work eligibility of all future hires through the E-Verify system. E-Verify, operated by USCIS, checks the social security numbers of newly hired employees against Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security records to help ensure that they are eligible to work in the U.S.
Sponsored by Rep. Ken Calvert (R-California) (9 cosponsors — 8 Republicans, 1 Democrat)
01/12/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Ken Calvert
01/12/2023 Referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary, on Ways and Means, and Education and the Workforce
H.R.1183
The Asylum Reform and Border Protection Act
This bill would heighten the credible fear standard to require that asylum seekers demonstrate that persecution is more probable than not, allow the Department of Homeland Security to remove asylum seekers to third countries absent bilateral agreements, and terminate asylum for those who return to their home country unless there’s a change in country conditions.
Sponsored by Rep. Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) (0 cosponsors)
02/24/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Mike Johnson
02/24/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.1325
Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act
This bill would shorten waiting periods for asylum seekers to be eligible for work authorization, allow asylum seekers to apply for authorization once they’ve filed an asylum claim, and do away with the two-year renewal schedule.
Sponsored by Rep. Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) (6 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 6 Democrats)
03/01/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Chellie Pingree
03/01/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.1535
Eliminating Backlogs Act of 2023
This bill would provide greater flexibility around existing allotments of employment-based visas.
Sponsored by Rep. Larry Bucshon (R-Indiana) (1 cosponsor — 0 Republicans, 1 Democrat)
03/10/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Larry Bucshon
03/10/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.1698
American Families United Act
This bill would provide greater access to existing waivers for spouses and children of U.S. citizens who are inadmissible.
Sponsored by Rep. Veronica Escobar (D-Texas) (20 cosponsors — 1 Republican, 19 Democrats)
03/22/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Veronica Escobar
03/22/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Friday, March 31, 2023
S.979
A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to reform and reduce fraud and abuse in certain visa programs for aliens working temporarily in the United States
Sponsored by Sen. Richard J. Durbin (D-Illinois) (5 cosponsors — 2 Republicans, 2 Democrats, 1 Independent)
03/27/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Richard J. Durbin
03/27/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.1129
No Relief for Allies of Dictators Act of 2023
This bill would revoke visas and restrict new visas for supporters of regimes in Cuba, Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia. It would impose visa restrictions on any current or former officials of the Hugo Chávez or Nicolás Maduro regimes in Venezuela; the Fidel Castro, Raúl Castro, or Miguel Díaz-Canel regimes in Cuba; Daniel Ortega and the Sandinistas in Nicaragua; and Evo Morales in Bolivia. Visa restrictions would extend to spouses and children of foreign officials who support such regimes and potentially affect those visiting the United Nations Headquarters General Assembly.
Sponsored by Sen. Rick Scott (R-Florida) (0 cosponsors)
03/30/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Rick Scott
03/30/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 1564
Drug Cartel Terrorist Designation Act
This bill would designate the Gulf Cartel, Cartel del Noreste, Cartel de Sinaloa, and Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion as Foreign Terrorist Organizations. As a consequence, it would suspend and deny the issuance of any type of visas to any person associated with these groups. The Senate companion is S.698.
Sponsored by Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) (28 cosponsors — 28 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/10/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Chip Roy
03/10/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.1571
Compact Impact Fairness Act of 2023
This bill would provide certain federal benefits for qualified citizens of the Federated States of Micronesia, the Republic of the Marshall Islands, and the Republic of Palau who are lawfully in the U.S.
Sponsored by Rep. Ed Case (D-Hawaii) (4 cosponsors — 3 Republicans, 1 Democrat)
03/14/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Ed Case
03/14/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Oversight and Accountability, on Ways and Means, and Agriculture
H.R.1787
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide nonimmigrant status to mobile entertainment workers
Sponsored by Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-California) (1 cosponsor — 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
03/24/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Zoe Lofgren
03/24/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.1793
EL CHAPO Act
This bill would reserve assets forfeited to the federal government because of criminal prosecutions and felony convictions involving the transportation of controlled substances into the U.S. so that they may be used for security measures — including a border wall — at the southern border.
Sponsored by Rep. Keith Self (R-Texas) (9 cosponsors — 9 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/24/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Keith Self
03/24/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.1832
To amend the Afghan Allies Protection Act to provide special immigrant visas to certain Fulbright Scholars
Sponsored by Rep. John Garamendi (D-California) (0 cosponsors)
03/28/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. John Garamendi
03/28/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 2009
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Department of Health and Human Services, The Administration for Children and Families, Refugee and Entrant Assistance for fiscal year 2024
Sponsored by Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Arizona) (5 cosponsors — 5 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/29/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Andy Biggs
03/29/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2397
The Homeownership for Dreamers Act
This bill would clarify that — if all other eligibility criteria are met — loan eligibility cannot be conditioned on the mortgagor’s status as a DACA recipient.
Sponsored by Rep. Juan Vargas (D-California) (2 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 2 Democrats)
03/29/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Juan Vargas
03/29/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services
H.R.2374
New Way Forward Act
This bill would end mandatory detention and bolster judicial discretion. It would also end federal laws that allow for the prosecution of people migrating. It would create a five-year statute of limitations for removal based on criminal convictions, allow those unjustly deported to possibly return, and make other changes to immigration enforcement.
Sponsored by Jesús G. “Chuy” García (D-Illinois) (30 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 30 Democrats)
03/29/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Jesús G. “Chuy” García
03/29/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2344
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Bilaterial [sic] Economic Assistance, Department of State, Migration and Refugee Assistance for fiscal year 2024
Sponsored by Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Arizona) (5 cosponsors — 5 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/29/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Andy Biggs
03/29/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs
H.R.2345
To provide for a limitation on availability of funds for Bilaterial [sic] Economic Assistance, Department of State, US Emergency Refugee and Migration Assistance Fund for fiscal year 2024
Sponsored by Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Arizona) (5 cosponsors — 5 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/29/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Andy Biggs
03/29/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs
H.R.2417
To [amend] the William Wilberforce Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act of 2008 to provide for the expedited removal of unaccompanied alien children who are not victims of a severe form of trafficking in persons and who do not have a fear of returning to their country of nationality or last habitual residence
Sponsored by Rep. John R. Carter (R-Texas) (2 cosponsors — 2 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/30/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. John R. Carter
03/30/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2432
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide for the detention of arriving aliens
Sponsored by Rep. Tom McClintock (R-California) (R-Texas) (0 cosponsors)
03/30/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Tom McClintock
03/30/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2436
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to expand penalties for illegal entry and presence
Sponsored by Rep. Nathaniel Moran (R-Texas) (7 cosponsors — 7 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/30/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Nathaniel Moran
03/30/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.2453
To amend section 212(d)(5) of the Immigration and Nationality Act to reform immigration parole
Sponsored by Rep. Thomas P. Tiffany (R-Wisconsin) (0 cosponsors)
03/30/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Thomas P. Tiffany
03/30/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Friday, March 24, 2023
S.883
New Deal for New Americans Act
This bill would create a National Office of New Americans for the White House. It would establish a flat naturalization application fee, exempt U.S. high school graduates from naturalization exams, and change certain exam requirements for more senior individuals. The bill would also appropriate funding for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and increase the refugee admissions level to 125,000 per year, among other reforms. The House companion, sponsored by Rep. Grace Meng (D-New York), is H.R. 1643.
Sponsored by Sen. Edward J. Markey (D-Massachusetts) (1 cosponsor — 0 Republicans, 1 Democrat)
03/21/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Edward J. Markey
03/21/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 1690
Regional Immigration Diplomacy and Enforcement (RIDE) Act
This bill would authorize the Secretary of State to negotiate agreements with countries of the Western Hemisphere regarding asylum and regional immigration enforcement.
Sponsored by Rep. Michael T. McCaul (R-Texas) (0 cosponsors)
03/22/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Michael T. McCaul
03/22/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Foreign Affairs and on the Judiciary
H.R.1698
American Families United Act
This bill would provide greater access to existing waivers for spouses and children of U.S. citizens who are inadmissible.
Sponsored by Rep. Veronica Escobar (D-Texas) (16 cosponsors — 1 Republican, 15 Democrats)
03/22/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Veronica Escobar
03/22/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.1701
Higher Education Dream Act
This bill would bar institutions with federal funding from refusing to admit, enroll, or give in-state tuition to students based on their immigration status. It would also expand federal financial aid to Dreamers.
Sponsored by Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-Arizona) (5 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 5 Democrats)
03/22/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Ruben Gallego
03/22/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Education and the Workforce and on the Judiciary
H.R.1760
To extend the admission to Guam or the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands for certain nonimmigrant H-2B workers
Sponsored by Del. James C. Moylan (R-Guam) (0 cosponsors)
03/23/2023 Introduced in the House by Del. James C. Moylan
03/23/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Natural Resources and on the Judiciary
Friday, March 17, 2023
S.774
Veterans Border Patrol Training Act
This bill would link service members leaving the military with careers at U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) through the Department of Defense’s SkillBridge program.
Sponsored by Sen. Jon Tester (D-Montana) (1 cosponsor — 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
03/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Jon Tester
03/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs
S.814
A bill to allow the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Romania as a program country under the visa waiver program
This bill would encourage the Romanian government to prepare for participation in the U.S. visa waiver program, continue efforts to reduce human trafficking, and let the Homeland Security Secretary designate Romania as a program country for the visa waiver program.
Sponsored by Sen. Richard J. Durbin (D-Illinois) (2 cosponsors — 1 Republican, 1 Democrat)
03/15/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Richard J. Durbin
03/15/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.819
Fairness for Immigrant Families Act
This bill would eliminate bars to re-entry, re-establish the 245(i) program, expand access to cancellation of removal, and make other changes to protect immigrant families. It would also fight notario fraud by letting immigration fraud victims file motions to reopen cases, criminalizing fraudulent schemes, and requiring notarios to notify clients that they are not immigration attorneys, among other measures. The bill would create a National Office of New Americans, require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to report to Congress before increasing immigration service fees, and protect immigrant victims and witnesses from enforcement actions.
Sponsored by Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nevada) (0 cosponsors)
03/15/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto
03/15/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.1531
To provide for the renewed availability of funds to construct the border wall upon the deployment of the National Guard to the southern land border of the United States
Sponsored by Rep. Dale W. Strong (R-Alabama) (0 cosponsors)
03/10/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Dale W. Strong
03/10/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security
H.R.1535
Eliminating Backlogs Act of 2023
This bill would provide greater flexibility around existing allotments of employment-based visas.
Sponsored by Rep. Larry Bucshon (R-Indiana) (1 cosponsor — 0 Republicans, 1 Democrat)
03/10/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Larry Bucshon
03/10/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.1537
Protecting an Alien child’s Reasonable Expectation of No Trafficking (PARENT) Act
This bill would require unaccompanied children to be transferred into the custody of a verified parent, legal guardian, or the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
Sponsored by Rep. Michael C. Burgess (R-Texas) (4 cosponsors — 4 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/10/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Michael C. Burgess
03/10/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Friday, March 10, 2023
S.637
Child Labor Prevention Act
This bill would increase civil penalties and create criminal penalties for violations of child labor laws. The bill would also protect all working children under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). In addition, the bill would index penalties to the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers.
Sponsored by Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) (5 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 5 Democrats)
03/02/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Brian Schatz
03/02/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
S.685
Stopping Border Surges Act
This bill would circumvent the Flores Settlement Agreement by allowing children to be detained with a parent throughout the parent’s immigration case. The bill would also make unaccompanied migrant children from non-contiguous countries subject to the same fast-tracked removals as children from Mexico and Canada. In addition, the bill would require the Department of Health and Human Services to give the Department of Homeland Security biographical information — including immigration status — on children’s sponsors, mandate that most asylum seekers apply for and be denied asylum elsewhere en route to the US, and restrict asylum to only those who arrive in the US via ports of entry, among other significant changes to the US’s immigration and asylum systems.
Sponsored by Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) (11 cosponsors — 11 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/07/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Mike Lee
03/07/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.696
Border Safety and Security Act
This bill would require the Homeland Security secretary to suspend the entry of unauthorized immigrants during any period in which DHS cannot detain such individuals or place them in Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP) or a similar program. The bill would also authorize state attorneys general to bring legal actions against DHS if the secretary does not follow through.
Sponsored by Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) (4 cosponsors — 4 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/08/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Tommy Tuberville
03/08/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S.698
Drug Cartel Terrorist Designation Act
This bill would designate the Reynosa/Los Metros faction of the Gulf Cartel, the Cartel del Noreste faction of Los Zetas, the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, and the Sinaloa Cartel as foreign terrorist organizations. As a consequence, it would suspend and deny the issuance of any type of visas to any person associated with these groups.
Sponsored by Sen. Roger Marshall (R-Kansas) (1 cosponsors — 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
03/08/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Roger Marshall
03/08/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
S.716
Solving the Border Crisis Act
This bill would restart border wall construction. The bill would also make the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP) permanent, extend the Title 42 policy for at least 120 days after the Covid-19 public health emergency ends, and make other significant changes to asylum and immigration policy.
Sponsored by Sen. James E. Risch (R-Idaho) (5 cosponsors — 5 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/08/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. James E. Risch
03/08/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
S.733
Reverse Entry for Migrant Offenders and Violence Expulsion (REMOVE) Act
This bill would clarify kidnapping or sexual abuse convictions as inadmissibility and deportability grounds.
Sponsored by Sen. John Thune (R-South Dakota) (3 cosponsors — 3 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. John Thune
03/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.20
Richard L. Trumka Protecting the Right to Organize Act of 2023
This bill would authorize penalties for violating workers’ rights, facilitate initial collective bargaining agreements, strengthen support for those who might face retaliation, and keep employers from interfering with union elections, among other measures. Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) introduced the Senate companion, S.567.
Sponsored by Rep. Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-Virginia) (205 cosponsors — 1 Republican, 204 Democrats)
02/28/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Robert C. “Bobby” Scott
02/28/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Education and the Workforce
H.R.1337
The Immigration and Enforcement Partnership Act of 2023
This bill would allow state attorneys general to force the Homeland Security Secretary to either enforce the Department of Homeland Security’s non-discretionary duties or authorize state officials to enforce federal immigration laws.
Sponsored by Rep. Bill Posey (R-Florida) (0 cosponsors)
03/03/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Bill Posey
03/03/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.1386
Equal Citizenship for Children Act
This bill would amend the Child Citizenship Act (CCA) to automatically give citizenship to those eligible who were excluded before under the CCA.
Sponsored by Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-New York) (18 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 18 Democrats)
03/07/2023 Introduced by Rep. Yvette Clarke
03/07/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.1394
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify that expedited removal of inadmissible arriving aliens applies regardless of where the alien is encountered or apprehended
Sponsored by Rep. Pat Fallon (R-Texas) (11 cosponsors —11 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/07/2023 Introduced by Rep. Pat Fallon
03/07/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R.1401
Eradicating Narcotic Drugs and Formulating Effective New Tools to Address National Yearly Losses of life (END FENTANYL) Act
This bill would require US Customs and Border Protection to regularly review and update manuals and find ways to prevent drug and human smuggling through ports of entry. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Florida) introduced its companion bill in the Senate earlier this year.
Sponsored by Rep. Michael Guest (R-Mississippi) (7 cosponsors — 3 Republicans, 4 Democrats)
03/07/2023 Introduced by Rep. Michael Guest
03/07/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Homeland Security and Ways and Means
H.R.1451
To amend title 10, United States Code, to authorize the enlistment of certain aliens in the Armed Forces
Sponsored by Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-Arizona) (1 cosponsor — 0 Republicans, 1 Democrat)
03/08/2023 Introduced by Rep. Ruben Gallego
03/08/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Armed Services and the Judiciary
H.R.1464
Eradicate Crossing of Illegal Tunnels (EXIT) Act
This bill would let the Department of Homeland Security waive environmental permits and reviews to look for and remediate border crossing tunnels.
Sponsored by Rep. Debbie Lesko (R-Arizona) (3 cosponsors — 3 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/08/2023 Introduced by Rep. Debbie Lesko
03/08/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Homeland Security and the Judiciary
H.R.1511
Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929
This bill would update existing registry provisions to unlock a pathway to lawful permanent residence for millions of people who have lived in the US for at least seven years.
Sponsored by Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-California) (48 cosponsors — 0 Republicans, 48 Democrats)
03/09/2023 Introduced by Rep. Zoe Lofgren
03/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Friday, March 3, 2023
S.580
CCP Visa Ban Act
This bill would bar the issuance of B-1 and B-2 nonimmigrant visas to members of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP).
Sponsored by Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Florida) (3 cosponsors — 3 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
03/01/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Marco Rubio
03/01/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 584
North Korean Human Rights Reauthorization Act
This bill would reauthorize the North Korean Human Rights Act of 2004 and require the State Department to try to increase the participation of North Korean refugees in U.S. and South Korean resettlement programs.
Sponsored by Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Florida) (1 cosponsor — 0 Republicans, 1 Democrat)
03/01/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Sen. Marco Rubio
03/01/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
H.R. 1183
The Asylum Reform and Border Protection Act
This bill would heighten the credible fear standard to require that asylum seekers demonstrate that persecution is more probable than not, allow the Department of Homeland Security to remove asylum seekers to third countries absent bilateral agreements, and terminate asylum for those who return to their home country unless there’s a change in country conditions.
Sponsored by Rep. Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) (0 cosponsors)
02/24/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Mike Johnson
02/24/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 1203
To withhold Federal financial assistance from each country that denies or unreasonably delays the acceptance of nationals of such country who have been ordered removed from the United States and to prohibit the issuance of visas to nationals of such country
Sponsored by Rep. Brian Babin (R-Texas) (0 cosponsors)
02/27/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Brian Babin
02/27/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Foreign Affairs and the Judiciary
H.R. 1223
Diverting IRS Resources to the Exigent Crisis Today (DIRECT) Act
This bill would rescind balances from the Internal Revenue Service and redirect those funds to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
Sponsored by Rep. Claudia Tenney (R-New York) (1 cosponsor—1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
02/27/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Claudia Tenney
02/27/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Appropriations and Ways and Means
H.R. 1325
Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act
This bill would shorten waiting periods for asylum seekers to be eligible for work authorization, allow asylum seekers to apply for authorization once they’ve filed an asylum claim, and do away with the two-year renewal schedule.
Sponsored by Rep. Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) (0 cosponsors)
03/01/2023 Introduced in the House by Rep. Chellie Pingree
03/01/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Friday, February 24, 2023
S. 493
Securing the Visa Waiver Program Act of 2023
This bill would codify an agreement between visa waiver program countries to share watch-list information on known or suspected terrorists.
Sponsored by Senator Marco Rubio (R-Florida) (1 cosponsor— 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
02/16/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Rubio
02/16/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 505
Immigration Parole Reform Act of 2023
This bill would reform the eligibility criteria for parole status. It would also define what qualifies as an “urgent humanitarian reason” or “significant public benefit”.
Sponsored by Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) (8 cosponsors— 8 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/16/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Grassley
02/16/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 519
Stop Taxpayer Funding of Traffickers Act
This bill would prohibit persons charged with drug or human trafficking at the US’s international borders or in its territorial waters from receiving federal benefits. The bill would also define smuggling, transporting, or harboring individuals as a “human trafficking offense. The accompanying House bill is H.R. 1116.
Sponsored by Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tennessee) (4 cosponsors— 4 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/16/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Blackburn
02/16/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
H.R. 1100
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to eliminate the diversity immigrant program
Sponsored by Representative Bill Posey (R-Florida) (2 cosponsors— 2 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/17/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Posey
02/17/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 1102
The United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) Accountability and Transparency Act
This bill would withhold United States contributions to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) until it could be certified that no UNRWA employee was a member of a terrorist organization or propagated anti-American, anti-Israel, or anti-Semitic rhetoric; no UNRWA resources are being used by terrorist organizations; and other requirements.
Sponsored by Representative Chip Roy (R-Texas) (27 cosponsors— 27 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/17/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Roy
02/17/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs
Friday, February 17, 2023
S. 311
Customs and Border Protection Officers (CBPO) Retirement Corrections Act
The bill would require U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to identify the individuals who did not have access to enhanced retirement and annuity benefits. The bill would also include a retroactive annuity adjustment for eligible individuals who retire before the date of enactment of this bill and grants the Department of Homeland Security the authority to waive maximum entry age requirements for eligible officers.
Sponsored by Senator Gary Peters (D-Michigan) (1 cosponsor— 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Peters
02/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
S. 332
Wall Act
The bill would appropriate $25 billion dollars for the construction of a border wall between the United States and Mexico.
Sponsored by Senator Katie Boyd Britt (R-Alabama) (6 cosponsors— 6 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Britt
02/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Finance
S. 333
Keep Our Communities Safe Act
The bill would require DHS to indefinitely detain immigrants who have not been accepted for deportation to other countries if they have a highly contagious disease; if their release would have serious adverse foreign policy consequences; if their release would threaten national security; or if their release would threaten the safety of the community because the immigrant is an aggravated felon or has committed a crime of violence.
Sponsored by Senator Katie Boyd Britt (R-Alabama) (20 cosponsors— 20 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Britt
02/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 342
Access to Counsel Act
The bill would ensure that all individuals with a legal right to be in the United States who are held by Customs and Border Protection at ports of entry or airports have access to legal counsel.
Sponsored by Senator Alex Padilla (D-California) (17 cosponsors— 16 Democrats, 1 Independent, 0 Republicans)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Padilla
02/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 348
Asylum Abuse Reduction Act
The bill would require asylum seekers to apply for asylum at a U.S. embassy or consulate in Mexico or Canada before entering the United States.
Sponsored by Senator Katie Boyd Britt (R-Alabama) (11 cosponsors— 11 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Britt
02/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 370
Stop Higher Education Espionage and Theft (SHEET) Act
The bill would require U.S. consulates to ensure that efforts to engage in espionage or technology transfer are considered in the issuance of visas.
Sponsored by Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) (10 cosponsors— 10 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Cruz
02/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 374
Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act
The bill would increase penalties for those who aid cartels in illegal activity by transmitting information about the positions of Border Patrol or destroying Border Patrol communication devices.
Sponsored by Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) (1 cosponsor— 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Ernst
02/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 381
No Coyote Cash Act
The bill would criminalize the payments made with the intent of financing entry into the U.S. between ports of entry. The bill would also penalize convicted foreign nationals who have violated this law by making them deportable and inadmissible for reentrance.
Sponsored by Senator Marco Rubio (R-Florida) (7 cosponsors— 7 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Rubio
02/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 387
A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to authorize admission of Canadian retirees as long-term visitors for pleasure described in section 101(a)(15)(B) of such Act
Sponsored by Senator Marco Rubio (R-Florida) (3 cosponsors— 1 Democrat, 1 Republican, 1 Independent)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Rubio
02/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Finance
S. 422
Build the Wall Now Act
The bill would require border wall construction to restart within 24 hours, remove all legal impediments to construction, and unlock $2.1 billion in unspent wall funding. This is a companion bill of H.R. 989.
Sponsored by Senator Ted Budd (R-North Carolina) (9 cosponsors— 9 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/14/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Budd
02/14/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
S. 425
Secure & Protect Act
This bill would require asylum seekers to apply only at refugee processing centers in Northern Triangle and Mexico and add 500 new immigration judges. It would also modify the Flores settlement agreement to allow for children to be detained for up to 100 days and would amend the Trafficking Victims Protection Reauthorization Act (TVPRA) to allow for expedited deportations of unaccompanied immigrant children (UACs) from noncontiguous countries.
Sponsored by Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) (1 cosponsor— 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
02/14/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Graham
02/14/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 431
A bill to withhold United States contributions to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA)
Sponsored by Senator James Risch (R-Idaho) (14 cosponsors— 14 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/15/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Risch
02/15/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
H.R. 921
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that an alien who has been convicted of a crime is ineligible for asylum
Sponsored by Representative Bob Good (R-Virginia) (5 cosponsors— 5 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Good
02/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 943
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act with respect to fentanyl
Sponsored by Representative Andrew Ogles (R-Tennessee) (0 cosponsors)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Ogles
02/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 988
Shell Company Abuse Act
The bill would make it a felony to use or create American shell companies to conceal illegal political spending by foreign nationals.
Sponsored by Representative Colin Allred (D-Texas) (1 cosponsor— 1 Democrat, 0 Republicans)
02/14/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Allred
02/14/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 998
To amend section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify congressional intent with respect to agreements under such section
Sponsored by Representative Michael Cloud (R-Texas) (2 cosponsors— 2 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/14/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Cloud
02/14/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 1033
To establish the Virgin Islands visa waiver program
Sponsored by Delegate Stacey Plaskett (D-Virgin Islands) (0 cosponsors)
02/14/2023 Introduced in the House by Delegate Plaskett
02/14/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Friday, February 10, 2023
S. 206
Eradicating Narcotic Drugs and Formulating Effective New Tools to Address National Yearly Losses of Life Act (END FENTANYL Act)
The bill would require the CBP Commissioner to review and update the policies and manuals of the Office of Field Operations to enhance inspection practices at ports of entry to prevent the trafficking of drugs and humans.
Sponsored by Senator Rick Scott (R-Florida) (4 cosponsors— 3 Democrats, 1 Republican)
02/01/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Scott
02/01/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
S. 207
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Reform and Integrity Act
The bill would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to obtain Congress’s approval before extending a country’s designation for TPS.
Sponsored by Senator James Lankford (R-Oklahoma) (0 cosponsors)
02/01/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Lankford
02/01/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 243
A bill to require the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to establish procedures for conducting maintenance projects at ports of entry at which the Office of Field Operations conducts certain enforcement and facilitation activities
The bill would allow CBP to repair ports of entry without involving the General Services Administration (GSA), unless the project is valued at more than $300,000.
Sponsored by Senator James Lankford (R-Oklahoma) (4 cosponsors— 2 Democrats, 1 Independent, 1 Republican)
02/01/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Lankford
02/01/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
S. 255
Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2023
The bill would allow individuals seeking asylum at ports of entry to be eligible for work authorizations starting 30 days after they apply for asylum, provided their applications are not frivolous, they are not detained, and their identities have been verified.
Sponsored by Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine) (2 cosponsors— 2 Independent, 0 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/02/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Collins
02/02/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 276
Public Health and Border Security Act
The bill would require all COVID-related national states of emergency to be lifted before Title 42 is officially terminated, and require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to put in place a workable plan to manage the border.
Sponsored by Senator Rick Scott (R-Florida) (7 cosponsors— 7 Republicans)
02/07/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Scott
02/07/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
S. 365
Dream Act of 2023
The bill would allow Dreamers to earn lawful permanent residence and eventually become American citizens. A Dreamer is an undocumented immigrant who came to the United States as a child.
Sponsored by Senator Richard Durbin (D-Illinois) (1 cosponsor— 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
02/09/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Durbin
02/09/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 712
To reimburse the States for border security expenses
Sponsored by Representative Dan Crenshaw (R-Texas) (11 cosponsors— 11 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/01/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Crenshaw
02/01/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 725
Reimbursing Border Communities Act of 2023
The bill would direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to make grants to certain border communities for the purpose of reimbursing such communities for expenses related to security measures along the United States land border with Mexico.
Sponsored by Representative Ronny Jackson (R-Texas) (8 cosponsors— 8 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/01/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Jackson
02/01/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security
H.R. 761
Securing American Families from Exploitation (SAFE) at the Border Act
The bill would transfer $75 million dollars of unobligated border construction funds to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to establish the Southern Border Landowner Security Grant Program.
Sponsored by Representative Stephanie Bice (R-Oklahoma) (4 cosponsors— 4 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/02/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Bice
02/02/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Homeland Security and Appropriations
H.R. 777
Visa Overstay Enforcement
The bill would impose penalties on individuals who overstay their legal immigration status, including fines, imprisonment, and being disallowed from returning to the United States.
Sponsored by Representative Jeff Duncan (R-South Carolina) (9 cosponsors— 9 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/02/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Duncan
02/02/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 778
Terrorist Deportation Act
The bill would facilitate the deportation of individuals, except for legal permanent residents, listed in the Terrorist Screening Database.
Sponsored by Representative Jeff Duncan (R-South Carolina) (8 cosponsors— 8 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/02/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Duncan
02/02/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 779
No Social Security for Illegal Aliens Act
The bill would preclude undocumented immigrants from receiving social security benefits.
Sponsored by Representative Jeff Duncan (R-South Carolina) (16 cosponsors— 16 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/02/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Duncan
02/02/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means
H.R. 780
Mobilizing Against Sanctuary Cities
The bill would preclude sanctuary cities from receiving federal funds.
Sponsored by Representative Jeff Duncan (R-South Carolina) (12 cosponsors— 12 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/02/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Duncan
02/02/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Oversight and Accountability and the Judiciary
H.R. 864
To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to make grants to the Territory of Guam for the purpose of reimbursing the territory for expenses related to security measures associated with aliens unlawfully entering the Territory
Sponsored by Delegate James Moylan (R-Guam) (0 cosponsors)
02/07/2023 Introduced in the House by Delegate Moylan
02/07/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security
H.R. 876
Border Crisis Prevention Act
The bill would increase the credible fear standard for asylum claims. The bill would also allow the Department of Homeland Security to remove asylum seekers to safe third countries without the need for bilateral agreements.
Sponsored by Representative Debbie Lesko (R-Arizona) (4 cosponsors— 4 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/08/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Lesko
02/08/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Friday, February 3, 2023
S. 160
Sarah’s Law
The bill would require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to take into custody certain immigrants who have been charged in the United States with a crime that resulted in the death or serious bodily injury of another person. This is a companion bill of H.R. 661.
Sponsored by Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) (11 cosponsors— 11 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/31/2023 Introduced in the Senate by Senator Ernst
01/31/2023 Referred to the Senate Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 382
Pandemic is Over Act
The bill would terminate the public health emergency declared with respect to Covid–19. The end of the public health emergency is also likely to result in the end of the use of Title 42 expulsions at the border.
Sponsored by Representative Brett Guthrie (R-Kentucky) (44 cosponsors— 44 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/17/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Guthrie
01/17/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
01/31/2023 Passed the House of Representatives by a 220-210 vote.
H.R. 402
Protect Communities from a Porous Border Act of 2023
The bill would provide for mandatory detention of undocumented immigrants who appear in domestic and international criminal databases. It would also require the federal government to notify governors before releasing undocumented immigrants into their states. The bill would also provide governors with the ultimate authority to reject undocumented immigrants from being released into their states.
Sponsored by Representative Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) (0 cosponsors)
01/20/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Arrington
01/20/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 489
To provide that the notice titled “Designating Aliens for Expedited Removal” shall be given the full force and effect of law
Sponsored by Representative Jefferson Van Drew (R-New Jersey) (0 cosponsors)
01/24/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Van Drew
01/24/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 552
No Tax Dollars for the United Nation’s Immigration Invasion Act
The bill would prohibit the U.S. government from funding the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA), and the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
Sponsored by Representative Lance Gooden (R-Texas) (13 cosponsors— 13 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/26/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Gooden
01/26/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs
H.R. 588
Border Construction Materials Transfer Act of 2022
The bill would require the federal government to transfer to the states of Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California, without reimbursement, any unused material associated with the construction of barriers along the Southwest border.
Sponsored by Representative James Baird (R-Indiana) (4 cosponsors— 4 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/27/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Baird
01/27/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security
H.R. 596
To amend the Anti-Border Corruption Act of 2010 to authorize certain polygraph waiver authority
Sponsored by Representative Dan Crenshaw (R-Texas) (4 cosponsors— 4 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/27/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Crenshaw
01/27/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security
H.R. 614
To amend the Department of Defense Appropriations Act, 2005 to provide for the inclusion of certain workers in the exemption from numerical limitations on H-2B workers
Sponsored by Representative Robert Wittman (R-Virginia) (o cosponsors)
01/27/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Wittman
01/27/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 666
Access to Counsel Act
The bill would ensure that U.S. citizens, green card holders, and other individuals with legal status are able to consult with an attorney, relative, or other interested parties to seek assistance if they are detained by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for more than an hour at ports of entry, including airports.
Sponsored by Representative Pramila Jayapal (D-Washington) (42 cosponsors— 42 Democrats, 0 Republicans)
01/31/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Jayapal
01/31/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 672
Border Security Investment Act
The bill would place a 37% transaction fee on remittance transfers to the top five nations of origin for undocumented immigration in the United States.
Sponsored by Representative Nathaniel Moran (R-Texas) (12 cosponsors— 12 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
02/01/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Moran
02/01/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Financial Services and Homeland Security
H.R. 688
Chinese Communist Party (CCP) Visa Disclosure Act
The bill would require F, J, or M student visa-holders and their families to disclose to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) whether they have received funds from the Government of the People’s Republic of China (PRC), the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), or any entity owned or controlled by either the PRC or the CCP.
Sponsored by Representative Gregory Steube (R-Florida) (1 cosponsor— 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
01/31/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Steube
01/31/2023 Referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary
Friday, January 27, 2023
H.R. 469
To require asylum officers at United States embassies and consulates to conduct credible fear screenings before aliens seeking asylum may be permitted to enter the United States to apply for asylum.
Sponsored by Representative Kevin Hern (R-Oklahoma) (0 cosponsors)
01/24/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Hern
01/24/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Friday, January 20, 2023
H.R. 163
Security First Act
The bill would appropriate $180 million for the Operation Stonegarden grant program of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through 2027. Operation Stonegarden provides funding to state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies to enhance their capabilities to support joint efforts to secure U.S. borders.
Sponsored by Representative Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) (2 cosponsors— 2 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Gonzales
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Homeland Security and the Judiciary
H.R. 183
To promote accountability and transparency in future executive orders
The bill would require the President of the United States to justify and notify Congress at least 30 days in advance before issuing an executive order related to any policy related to immigration.
Sponsored by Representative Tracey Mann (R-Kansas) (0 cosponsors)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Mann
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 319
Legal Workforce Act
The bill would require employers to check the work eligibility of all future hires through the E-Verify system. E-Verify, operated by USCIS, checks the social security numbers of newly hired employees against Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security records to help ensure that they are eligible to work in the U.S.
Sponsored by Representative Ken Calvert (R-California) (6 cosponsors— 6 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/12/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Calvert
01/12/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Education and Workforce, Ways and Means, and the Judiciary
H.R. 334
Significant Transnational Criminal Organization Designation Act
The bill would deny the issuance of visas to all members of certain transnational criminal organizations.
Sponsored by Representative Mike Gallagher (R-Wisconsin) (3 cosponsors— 3 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/12/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Gallagher
01/12/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Financial Services and the Judiciary
H.R. 336
To immediately resume construction of the border wall system along the international border between the United States and Mexico to secure the border, enforce the rule of law, and expend appropriated funds as mandated by Congress
Sponsored by Representative Clay Higgins (R-Louisiana) (33 cosponsors— 33 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/12/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Higgins
01/12/2023 Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security
H.R. 367
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act with respect to aliens associated with criminal gangs
Sponsored by Representative Vern Buchanan (R-Florida) (0 cosponsors)
01/12/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Buchanan
01/12/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
Friday, January 13, 2023
H.R. 28
Illegal Alien NICS Alert Act
The bill would require the National Instant Criminal Background Check system (NICS) to notify U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and relevant local law enforcement when a firearm transferee is an undocumented person.
Sponsored by Representative Gregory Steube (R-Florida) (2 cosponsors— 2 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Steube
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 29
Border Safety and Security Act of 2023
The bill would grant discretionary authority to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to suspend the entry of foreign nationals to the United States at ports of entry whenever DHS deems necessary that such measure would help to achieve operational control over the border. The bill would further mandate the suspension of the entry of foreign nationals at ports of entry if certain conditions are not met.
Sponsored by Representative Chip Roy (R-Texas) (26 cosponsors— 26 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Roy
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Homeland Security and the Judiciary
H.R. 47
Victims Of Immigration Crime Engagement Restoration Act
The bill would require the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to create within Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) an office to support victims of crimes committed by immigrants called the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement Office.
Sponsored by Representative Jack Bergman (R-Michigan) (4 cosponsors— 4 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Bergman
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 63
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to establish certain family separation as an exceptional and extremely unusual hardship
Sponsored by Representative Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas) (0 cosponsors)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Jackson Lee
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 85
To amend title 28, United States Code, to provide that the United States district court for the District of Columbia shall have exclusive jurisdiction over actions arising under the immigration laws
Sponsored by Representative Andy Biggs (R-Arizona) (0 cosponsors)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Biggs
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 86
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act with respect to the parole or release of an asylum applicant
Sponsored by Representative Andy Biggs (R-Arizona) (0 cosponsors)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Biggs
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 87
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to detain any alien who is unlawfully present in the United States and is arrested for certain criminal offenses
Sponsored by Representative Andy Biggs (R-Arizona) (0 cosponsors)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Biggs
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 90
Voter Integrity Protection Act
The bill would make knowingly voting in a federal election by an undocumented immigrant an aggravated felony. The bill would also make knowingly voting in federal elections a deportable offense for undocumented immigrants. To authorize the Secretary of Homeland Security to suspend the entry of aliens.
Sponsored by Representative Andy Biggs (R-Arizona) (0 cosponsors)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Biggs
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 92
State Immigration Enforcement Act
The bill would authorize states and localities to pass and enforce immigration laws, including detention and deportation of foreign nationals.
Sponsored by Representative Andy Biggs (R-Arizona) (0 cosponsors)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Biggs
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 114
To establish a separate account in the Treasury to hold deposits to be used to secure the southern border of the United States
Sponsored by Representative Andy Biggs (R-Arizona) (0 cosponsors)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Biggs
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Homeland Security, Ways and Means, Foreign Affairs, Financial Services, Education and the Workforce, Appropriations, and the Judiciary
H.R. 136
Help Ensure Legal Detainers (HELD) Act
The bill would deny all federal funding to any state or locality that has a law, policy or procedure in place that prevents local law enforcement from maintaining the custody of an illegal immigrant pursuant to a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainer.
Sponsored by Representative Ken Calvert (R-California) (0 cosponsors)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Calvert
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 164
Close Biden’s Open Border Act
would freeze funding designated for the United Nations (U.N.) for two years and redirect the money towards completion of the wall on our Southern border.
Sponsored by Representative Bob Good (R-Virginia) (5 cosponsors— 5 Republicans, 0 Democrats)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Good
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Appropriations and Foreign Affairs
H.R. 194
Safeguards Ensuring Criminal and Unvetted Refugees don’t Enter (SECURE) America Act
The bill would shift the authority from the Executive branch to Congress to set the yearly refugee admission cap. The bill would also require that Governors receive a 30-day notice from the administration before refugees are set to be resettled in their state. The bill would also establish additional vetting processes for all refugees seeking admittance into the United States.
Sponsored by Representative Matthew Rosendale (R-Montana) (1 cosponsor— 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Rosendale
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary
H.R. 199
Secure America’s Borders First Act
The bill would prohibit the U.S. government from providing military and security assistance to Ukraine until operational control of the United States-Mexico border is achieved.
Sponsored by Representative Matthew Rosendale (R-Montana) (1 cosponsor— 1 Republican, 0 Democrats)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Rosendale
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committees on Foreign Affairs and on Armed Services
H.R. 213
Break the Chain Act
The bill would eliminate several family-based visa categories, including F1 and F3 visas for the adult children of US citizens, as well as F4 visas for the siblings of U.S. citizens and F2B visas for the adult children of green card holders.
Sponsored by Representative Gregory Steube (R-Florida) (0 cosponsors)
01/09/2023 Introduced in the House by Representative Steube
01/09/2023 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary