Immigration (Border Security)

in committee · United States · House Aug 4, 2026

HR 10040: No TSA Data for ICE Act

This bill, titled the No TSA Data for ICE Act, prohibits the Transportation Security Administration from sharing passenger data with U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. It specifically bars these agencies from using TSA information or data from private brokers to perform immigration enforcement functions. Additionally, the legislation prevents the denial, suspension, or early termination of Trusted Traveler programs like PreCheck and Global Entry if an individual's participation in First Amendment-protected activities is the reason. The law defines the restricted data as personally identifiable information about flight passengers obtained from the TSA or private sector entities.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts federal immigration enforcement access to TSA data, limiting cooperation and protecting immigrant privacy.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects passenger data privacy by prohibiting TSA from sharing data with immigration agencies, aligning with digital rights and privacy indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9805: Children’s Safe Welcome Act of 2026

The Children's Safe Welcome Act of 2026 establishes comprehensive protections for noncitizen children in immigration custody, primarily affecting families at the border and children placed in government care. The bill mandates that children remain with their parents or family members unless there is clear evidence of an imminent threat to national security or serious harm to the child, while also requiring the federal government to phase out large congregate care facilities in favor of smaller, family-like settings. Key provisions include strict standards for detention and housing conditions, such as 24-hour access to medical care, nutritious food, and recreational activities, alongside the creation of an independent Ombudsperson office to monitor compliance and investigate complaints. Additionally, the legislation ensures that children receive free legal representation, prohibits the use of welfare records in immigration proceedings, and establishes rigorous oversight for any emergency influx facilities used during surges in arrivals.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill mandates keeping children with parents and limits congregate care, protecting vulnerable immigrant children from separation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Detention Sanctuary Policies Tags Children

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in committee · United States · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9566: To establish a pilot program for use by U.S. Customs and Border Protection at land ports of entry along the Arizona border to assess the use of artificial intelligence through an anomaly detection algorithm, and for other purposes.

This bill directs U.S. Customs and Border Protection to launch a two-year pilot program at land ports of entry along the Arizona border to test an artificial intelligence tool designed to detect unusual patterns in data. The system aims to assist officers in screening for illicit drugs and contraband by improving inspection accuracy, processing speed, and overall border security while addressing staffing challenges. To ensure safety and effectiveness, the program requires strict cybersecurity oversight and allows for collaboration with federal agencies and private sector experts. Throughout the pilot, officials must submit regular reports to Congress detailing the algorithm's performance metrics, costs, and any successes or failures before deciding whether to expand its use.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens border security and aids law enforcement by funding an AI pilot program to detect contraband and improve inspection accuracy.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill strengthens border security and aids inspection accuracy, aligning with enforcement goals.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds a pilot program for AI to enhance border security and inspection accuracy, advancing technology application.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · House Sep 26, 2025

HR 5603: Emergency Responder Protection Act

The Emergency Responder Protection Act (HR 5603) prohibits U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers from conducting immigration enforcement actions within 1,000 feet of protected emergency response locations - such as hospitals, shelters, disaster relief sites, or evacuation routes - except in clear cases of immediate danger to life or national security. It requires officers to consult supervisors in real-time if circumstances are unclear, mandates detailed annual reports to Congress on any enforcement near these sites, and creates penalties for violations, including barring evidence from removal proceedings. The law specifically exempts rare, premeditated arrests of terrorism suspects or individuals posing extraordinary public safety threats, with prior written approval. This directly affects ICE and CBP officers, requiring them to adjust operations near active emergency scenes.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits ICE/CBP enforcement near hospitals/shelters, limiting federal immigration actions in sensitive areas. Aligns with restricting enforcement cooperation to protect immigrant access to emergency services.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits immigration enforcement near emergency response workplaces (hospitals, shelters), enhancing workplace safety for emergency responders, a key labor & employment safety component.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies Tags Public Safety

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in committee · United States · House Apr 2, 2025

HR 2604: Protecting Data at the Border Act

The Protecting Data at the Border Act requires U.S. border agents to obtain a warrant based on probable cause before accessing the digital contents of electronic devices belonging to U.S. persons at the border. It prohibits denying entry or delaying entry based on a refusal to provide access credentials, digital content, or online account information, and limits border agents to four hours to determine if a U.S. person will voluntarily provide access. The bill mandates written consent with clear notice of rights for voluntary data access, requires destruction of improperly accessed data, and includes emergency exceptions for immediate threats to life, national security, or public safety. It also requires the Department of Homeland Security to report annually on how often border agents access digital data and under what circumstances.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects civil rights by requiring warrants for digital device searches at borders, enhancing oversight of law enforcement actions and limiting arbitrary searches.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProtects U.S. persons (including documented immigrants) by requiring warrant for digital border searches and prohibiting entry denial for refusal to provide access.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires warrants for border device searches, protecting user data privacy at borders - directly aligns with privacy protections in tech policies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security

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in committee · United States · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 1678: Homeland Security Improvement Act

The Homeland Security Improvement Act establishes a 30-member Border Oversight Commission with balanced regional representation from northern and southern border communities to review border enforcement policies and their impact on border residents. It creates an Ombudsman for Border and Immigration-Related Concerns within the Department of Homeland Security to independently receive and investigate complaints about border enforcement activities, including facility inspections and establishing a standardized complaint process. The bill mandates enhanced training for border enforcement personnel focusing on community relations, use of force policies, cultural awareness, and handling vulnerable populations. Additionally, it requires data collection on border enforcement stops and includes provisions to prohibit family separations for deterrence purposes.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates Border Oversight Commission and DHS Ombudsman to review enforcement impacts and investigate complaints, protecting immigrant rights through oversight mechanisms.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 4, 2025

S 391: Access to Counsel Act of 2025

S 391, the Access to Counsel Act of 2025, requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection to provide certain immigrants access to legal counsel during immigration inspections at ports of entry or during deferred inspection. It directly affects individuals including lawful permanent residents returning from travel, visa holders, refugees, asylees, and parolees. The bill mandates that immigration officers ensure a meaningful opportunity for counsel consultation within one hour of inspection starting, including phone access, and allows counsel to present evidence to officers. Special rules require lawful permanent residents to receive legal advice before signing a form abandoning their status, unless they voluntarily waive this right in writing. The law takes effect 180 days after enactment and does not override existing rights to counsel under other immigration laws.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationMandates legal counsel access during immigration inspections, protecting rights of immigrants including refugees and asylees per bill's explicit requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security

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in committee · United States · House Jul 14, 2025

HR 4367: Bracero Program 2.0 Act

HR 4367, the Bracero Program 2.0 Act, reforms the H-2A agricultural visa program to improve employer processes and worker mobility. It requires an online portal for employers to file petitions and post jobs (replacing current ad requirements), raises the H-2A wage rate to the state minimum wage plus $2.00 per hour, and creates a 6-year pilot program allowing H-2A workers to move between registered agricultural employers within the same state without restarting visa paperwork. The pilot limits portable H-2A status to 10,000 workers at a time and mandates employers to provide workers' compensation if state coverage doesn’t apply. This directly affects agricultural employers seeking seasonal workers and H-2A workers who may switch employers more easily under the pilot.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRaises H-2A wages and enables worker mobility between employers, improving conditions for agricultural immigrant workers under federal visa program reform.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentRaises H-2A wage to state min + $2/hr and allows worker mobility between employers, strengthening labor protections for agricultural workers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Work Authorization Labor Standards Minimum Wage

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2025

HR 3524: Protect Patriot Spouses Act

This bill helps spouses of U.S. military members (active or reserve duty, honorably discharged) who have filed for immigration as immediate relatives. It removes specific inadmissibility barriers, including certain criminal history checks unrelated to immigration status, for these spouses during visa processing. It also allows spouses previously removed from the U.S. to apply for visas from abroad and temporarily return as nonimmigrants to reunite with their service member spouse while their applications are pending.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRemoves inadmissibility barriers for military spouses during visa processing, facilitating reunification and supporting immigrant family unity in immigration proceedings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Detention Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jan 7, 2026

HR 6958: PROTECT Military Families Act

HR 6958, the PROTECT Military Families Act, creates a new immigration parole pathway for family members of military personnel. It allows the Secretary of Homeland Security to parole into the U.S. spouses, parents, children, or widows/widowers of current active-duty service members, Selected Reserve members, or veterans (with non-dishonorable discharge) in one-year increments. The bill requires joint written justification from DHS, Defense, and VA for denials and mandates public posting of denial reasons without personal details. This policy change directly affects military families seeking temporary U.S. entry under specific military service conditions.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates immigration parole pathway for military families, advancing access and protection through DHS parole authority and denial transparency requirements.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransIncludes veterans (with non-dishonorable discharge) in immigration parole pathway for family members, directly supporting family stability and service commitment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Refugees & Asylum Military Families National Guard & Reserve

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