Immigration (Sanctuary Policies)

in committee · United States · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 4405: 287(g) Expansion Act

The 287(g) Expansion Act allows states and local law enforcement agencies that have partnered with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to receive additional federal funding. Specifically, eligible jurisdictions can apply for up to a 10 percent increase in their annual Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant if they maintain an active 287(g) agreement. The legislation authorizes $20 million per year from 2027 to 2033 to support these increased allocations, which are intended to enhance immigration enforcement efforts within participating communities.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides federal funding to enhance 287(g) partnerships between local law enforcement and ICE, strengthening enforcement capabilities.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill expands 287(g) agreements, increasing state cooperation with federal immigration enforcement and restricting immigrant rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2026

HR 8223: RECOUP Act of 2026

The RECOUP Act of 2026 requires the Department of Homeland Security to pay local first responders for their time and resources when they assist federal immigration agents. Under this bill, agencies that help enforce immigration laws can submit detailed requests for reimbursement, which must include information about the number of officers involved, the duration of the response, and their pay rates. The law also mandates that the government protect the personal details of these responders and prohibits releasing that information without a court order. Funding for these payments would come from existing budgets allocated to immigration enforcement agencies, allowing the money to be used until January 2029.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates local cooperation with federal immigration enforcement and provides funding for such activities, directly opposing immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 8941: No Housing Welfare for Illegal Aliens Act

This bill, titled the No Housing Welfare for Illegal Aliens Act, restricts federal housing assistance for individuals who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. It requires that all family members applying for assistance must be verified as eligible before any funds are released, preventing partial payments while checks are pending. Additionally, the legislation prohibits grants to states or local governments that provide housing help to undocumented immigrants or refuse to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement requests. These measures aim to limit access to specific federal housing programs for non-citizens and condition funding on compliance with immigration detention protocols.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill restricts federal housing assistance and prohibits grants for housing help to undocumented immigrants, effectively limiting access to housing resources.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts federal housing assistance for undocumented immigrants and prohibits grants to states providing such help, limiting immigrant access to services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House May 15, 2026

HR 8847: Deporting Illegal Poachers Act

This bill, titled the Deporting Illegal Poachers Act, would make non-citizens who break hunting or fishing laws subject to deportation. It directly affects foreign nationals who have been convicted of, admitted to, or whose actions constitute violations of state or federal rules regarding licenses, seasons, bag limits, or protected species. Under the new provisions, these individuals would be considered inadmissible to the United States and deportable if found guilty of such offenses, regardless of whether the crime is classified as a misdemeanor or felony. The law applies to violations occurring in any jurisdiction, including Tribal and local areas, without requiring the offense to be labeled as a serious crime under federal standards.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by imposing deportation penalties for poaching violations, thereby enhancing enforcement and deterrence.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill strengthens conservation by enforcing hunting/fishing laws and deporting violators, protecting natural resources and species.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates deportation for non-citizens violating hunting/fishing laws, increasing immigration enforcement and restricting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Wildlife Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 16, 2026

S 4316: Sanctuary City Elimination Act

The Sanctuary City Elimination Act defines "sanctuary jurisdictions" as states or local areas that restrict cooperation with federal immigration authorities, such as refusing to share immigration data or honor detention requests. If a jurisdiction is classified as a sanctuary, the bill prohibits it from receiving various federal grants, including funding for education, environmental protection, economic development, and community housing projects. The legislation also provides a legal mechanism allowing state attorneys general to sue in federal court to recover these funds if a sanctuary jurisdiction releases an immigrant who subsequently commits a crime in another state. Additionally, the bill grants local law enforcement the authority to act as federal agents when complying with immigration detainers and offers them immunity from liability in lawsuits related to those actions.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts funding for local jurisdictions, limiting resources available for law enforcement and community safety initiatives.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill cuts federal grants for environmental protection in sanctuary jurisdictions, effectively restricting funding for environmental initiatives.85% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill cuts federal funding for community housing projects in sanctuary jurisdictions, restricting housing development and assistance.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts access to federal grants for jurisdictions that limit cooperation with immigration enforcement, thereby weakening protections for immigrants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Law Enforcement Property Development Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4546: ASSIMILATION Act

The ASSIMILATION Act fundamentally restructures the U.S. immigration system by replacing family-based and lottery-based admissions with a merit-based approach that prioritizes economic self-sufficiency and national interest. Key provisions include eliminating the Diversity Visa lottery, reducing family-sponsored immigration caps, and raising the English language requirement for naturalization to a B2 proficiency level. The bill also tightens public charge rules by presuming inadmissibility for those who rely on means-tested benefits, mandates universal use of E-Verify for all employers, and imposes stricter financial sponsorship requirements with mandatory bonds. Additionally, it limits H-1B visas to 50,000 annually, restricts asylum for those transiting through other countries, and expands criminal bars for naturalization applicants.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigrant access by eliminating family/lottery visas, raising language requirements, and tightening public charge rules.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Sanctuary Policies Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · House Apr 24, 2026

HR 8494: To prohibit the Department of Homeland Security from entering into, modifying, extending, or renewing, any contract or intergovernmental service agreement to establish or operate any new immigration detention model, including the use of warehouses, modular facilities, soft-sided structures, tent systems, and processing centers.

This bill prohibits the Department of Homeland Security from using federal funds to create or expand new immigration detention facilities, including warehouses, tents, and modular structures. It directly affects immigration enforcement agencies by banning the construction, renovation, or operation of non-traditional detention centers and preventing the transfer of funds to such projects. The legislation requires any money previously allocated for these facilities to be redirected toward affordable healthcare and housing services instead. Effective immediately upon enactment, the ban applies to all existing federal funds and prevents the use of current budgets for establishing or operating alternative detention models.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts immigration detention models by prohibiting funding for new facilities, effectively limiting the scope of immigration enforcement operations.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigration detention capacity by banning new facilities, limiting enforcement capabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Feb 25, 2026

HR 7703: Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act

The Stop Illegal Alien Cops Act amends federal law to modify exemptions for government entities regarding firearms. Currently, federal, state, and local government agencies are generally exempt from many federal prohibitions when acquiring or supplying firearms for official use. This bill would remove that exemption for specific prohibitions, making it unlawful for government entities to provide firearms to or employ individuals who are unlawfully in the United States. Additionally, the bill removes the

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts law enforcement by prohibiting government entities from employing or arming individuals unlawfully in the US, limiting police operational capacity.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts government entities from employing individuals unlawfully in the US and removes firearm exemptions for such individuals, limiting protections for immigrants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Firearms Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Apr 14, 2026

HRES 1168: Recognizing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for their work in protecting communities from violent criminals and illegal aliens.

This resolution formally acknowledges the work of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in protecting communities from violent criminals and illegal immigrants. It calls on state and local law enforcement to cooperate with federal partners in investigating threats against ICE officers and condemns violence directed at federal law enforcement personnel. The measure also thanks ICE agents for their expanded security roles at airports during a partial government shutdown. As a congressional resolution, it does not change laws or funding but serves as an official statement of support and condemnation of violence.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill acknowledges ICE work in protecting communities from criminals and calls for cooperation with federal law enforcement, supporting law enforcement efforts.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates state/local law enforcement cooperation with ICE and praises enforcement actions against illegal immigrants, indicating opposition to immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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introduced · United States · Senate Apr 2, 2026

S 4277: 10 Years of ICE Funding Act

10 Years of ICE Funding Act This bill provides appropriations for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) through FY2036. Specifically, the bill provides specified appropriations to ICE for operations and support, including for the purchase and lease of police-type vehicles, for overseas vetted units, and for maintenance, minor construction, and minor leasehold improvements at owned and leased facilities. The bill also provides appropriations to ICE for procurement, construction, and improvements, including for acquisition of necessary additional real property and facilities, construction and ongoing maintenance, facility improvements, equipment, and related expenses. The appropriations provided to ICE by this bill are available until September 30, 2036.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill provides long-term funding for ICE, increasing federal immigration enforcement capacity and restricting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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