Immigration

in committee · United States · Senate Mar 6, 2025

S 886: FARMLAND Act of 2025

The FARMLAND Act of 2025 strengthens oversight of foreign ownership of U.S. agricultural land by requiring foreign persons to report land acquisitions and mandating due diligence for entities involved in agricultural land transactions. It creates civil penalties for noncompliance, establishes a database to track foreign ownership, and prohibits foreign persons from participating in Farm Service Agency programs. The bill requires annual reports to Congress on national security risks related to foreign ownership by countries like China, Russia, and state sponsors of terrorism, focusing particularly on strategic competitors. Key provisions include enhanced reporting requirements, public disclosure of noncompliant entities, and new requirements for the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts foreign persons from participating in Farm Service Agency programs and creates penalties for foreign land ownership, limiting immigrant access to agricultural services and protections.85% confidence

Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · House May 7, 2025

HR 3238: HABLA Act of 2025

HR 3238, the HABLA Act of 2025, requires federal agencies and organizations receiving federal funds to improve language access for people with limited English proficiency (LEP). Agencies must create and implement plans within 120 days of the law's effective date, detailing how they will ensure LEP individuals can meaningfully access services, while also publishing these plans online. Agencies providing federal funding must also develop tailored guidance for their recipients, consistent with existing Department of Justice standards, and submit it to the DOJ for review. The law mandates 60 days for public input from stakeholders, including LEP individuals and community groups, to help shape practical, cost-effective language access solutions.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill improves language access for limited English proficiency individuals, which supports immigrant integration and access to federal services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Immigrant Services

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in committee · United States · House Mar 19, 2026

HJRES 152: Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States to ensure that only citizens are eligible to vote in Federal elections.

This bill proposes adding a new article to the U.S. Constitution to explicitly state that only citizens can vote in federal elections. The amendment would apply to all federal elections, including those for President, Vice President, Senators, and Representatives. It gives state legislatures the authority to create enforcement rules while reserving the power for Congress to make or alter regulations and enforce the rule in Washington, D.C. The measure would require ratification by conventions in three-fourths of the states before becoming part of the Constitution.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts voting rights to citizens only, limiting political participation for non-citizen immigrants and restricting their access to federal elections.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 31, 2025

S 1206: Judicial Relief Clarification Act of 2025

This bill prevents U.S. federal courts from issuing orders (such as injunctions, stays, or declarations) that stop enforcement of laws against people or entities not directly involved in a lawsuit (non-parties). It requires that such orders only apply if a non-party is represented through a party acting under standard legal rules. The law applies to all federal courts, including those in U.S. territories, and modifies related procedures for temporary restraining orders and declaratory judgments to enforce this restriction. Its core change limits court authority to affect non-parties regarding statutes, regulations, or government actions.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts judicial relief for immigrants by limiting court orders that could protect non-parties from immigration enforcement actions, thereby weakening legal protections for immigrants.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 28, 2025

S 555: Korean American Divided Families National Registry Act

This bill creates a national registry for Korean American families separated from relatives in North Korea after the 1953 Korean War Armistice. The State Department would collect names and details to facilitate future reunions (in-person or video) and maintain a database of family members, including those who may have passed away. It authorizes $1 million for this registry and requires the State Department to include family reunion progress in diplomatic talks with North Korea and annual reports to Congress. The registry aims to support reunification efforts by providing structured information for U.S. diplomatic engagement, without guaranteeing specific outcomes.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill creates registry for separated Korean families to facilitate reunions, providing services and support for immigrants separated by conflict.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Mar 19, 2026

HR 8013: Keep Innovators in America Act

This bill, known as the Keep Innovators in America Act, modifies immigration rules for international students in the United States. It allows students on F-1 visas to work in their field of study after completing their degree requirements, provided the Department of Homeland Security approves the terms. The legislation also permits these students to maintain their student status while their family petitions for permanent residency are pending or approved. These changes aim to extend work opportunities for international graduates without altering their primary student visa classification.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands work opportunities for international students, enhancing educational access and retention of skilled graduates in the US.75% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill expands work opportunities for international students and maintains their status during family residency petitions, supporting immigrant integration and access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics DACA & Dreamers Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 7988: Safe Passage to the World Cup Act

This bill restricts the use of federal funds for immigration enforcement on public transit and at transit hubs during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It directly affects the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice by prohibiting civil immigration enforcement activities in metropolitan areas hosting World Cup matches or fan festivals from June 11, 2026, through July 19, 2026. The restriction applies except in cases of exigent circumstances, which include imminent threats of death or violence, national security risks, immediate arrest of dangerous individuals, or the need to prevent destruction of evidence. The law defines these exceptions to allow enforcement when there is an immediate risk to public safety or national security.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts immigration enforcement activities, limiting law enforcement capabilities during World Cup events, which opposes strengthening criminal justice enforcement.75% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts federal immigration enforcement during World Cup, limiting ICE activities and protecting immigrant communities from raids.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jul 25, 2025

HR 4767: Community College Educational Exchange Act

HR 4767 establishes two key programs to expand international educational exchanges. It creates a scholarship program allowing international students, scholars, and experts to study at U.S. community colleges and vocational institutions for up to one academic year in priority sectors like agriculture, engineering, health, and environmental resilience. The bill also funds a capacity-building program to help these U.S. institutions develop stronger study abroad offerings through grants, training, and resources for faculty and underrepresented students. These provisions directly affect eligible U.S. junior colleges and vocational schools by increasing their opportunities to partner with international participants and expand global education programs.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds community college programs for international student exchanges and institutional capacity-building, expanding educational access and funding in higher education.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill funds scholarships for international students at community colleges, directly advancing immigrant educational access and integration services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Feb 13, 2026

HR 7572: No Vigilante Checkpoints and Civil Rights Protection Act of 2026

HR 7572 prohibits private individuals or groups from setting up checkpoints, demanding identification, or conducting vehicle searches without legal authority, directly affecting those engaging in such activities. It creates a federal crime punishable by up to 5 years in prison (or 10 years if weapons or injury are involved) for actions interfering with law enforcement. The bill also allows victims to sue for $10,000 per violation plus additional damages, with no qualified immunity for defendants. This law aims to protect Fourth Amendment rights by preventing unauthorized checkpoint operations that undermine civil liberties and federal operations.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits unauthorized checkpoints and civil rights violations, allowing lawsuits with no qualified immunity - directly protects civil rights in law enforcement context.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill prohibits private groups from conducting immigration-related checkpoints without authority, protecting immigrants from vigilante enforcement and aligning with immigrant rights protections.80% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Corrections Law Enforcement Tags Civil Liberties

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in committee · United States · House Jan 3, 2025

HR 68: Housing Fairness Act of 2025

The Housing Fairness Act of 2025 requires the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to conduct nationwide testing to identify discrimination in housing rentals, home purchases, and mortgage lending based on race, religion, sex, disability, family status, or national origin. It increases annual funding for fair housing enforcement programs to $42.5 million (2024-2028) and allocates $5 million annually for grants to study housing discrimination causes and test solutions. The bill mandates biennial reports on testing results and study findings to inform future policy actions, while prohibiting fund use for political activities. These provisions directly affect renters, homebuyers, lenders, and fair housing enforcement organizations.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires HUD to test housing discrimination, increases enforcement funding to $42.5M, and funds research on solutions - directly strengthens tenant protections and fair housing policies.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationProhibits housing discrimination based on national origin (a key factor affecting immigrants) and allocates $42.5M annually for fair housing enforcement, directly supporting immigrant rights in housing access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Housing Finance Mortgages

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