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in committee · United States · House Feb 11, 2025

HR 1222: Operation Lone Star Reimbursement Act

Operation Lone Star Reimbursement Act This bill allows Texas to receive reimbursement for expenses incurred from 2021 through 2025 related to securing the southern U.S. border. Texas must submit these expenses to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of the Treasury. DHS must review the submission within 120 days and determine which expenses are eligible for reimbursement. Treasury must pay such reimbursable expenses within 60 days.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationReimburses Texas for border enforcement costs, strengthening state-level immigration enforcement which restricts immigrant access and limits protections.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security

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in committee · United States · Senate Nov 19, 2025

S 3197: Flight Risk Reduction Act

This bill changes federal rules for detaining defendants before trial. It creates a new rule that non-citizen defendants (including non-permanent residents) are presumed to be a flight risk unless they provide strong proof they won't flee or pose a danger to others. Family ties or employment in the U.S. cannot be used to challenge this presumption. The change applies only to non-citizens, not U.S. citizens.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts non-citizen defendants' pretrial release rights by presuming flight risk without considering family ties or employment, reducing due process in detention decisions.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts non-citizen defendants' ability to challenge detention by presuming flight risk without considering family ties or employment, increasing detention enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 27, 2025

S 762: No Immigration Benefits for Hamas Terrorists Act

This bill prohibits immigration benefits for individuals who participated in, planned, financed, or supported Hamas attacks against Israel beginning October 7, 2023. It amends U.S. immigration law to make such individuals inadmissible to the United States and ineligible for any immigration relief, including asylum or other protections. The law requires the Department of Homeland Security to annually report to Congress on how many people were denied entry or removed under these provisions. It directly affects aliens involved in specific Hamas attacks against Israel since October 7, 2023, and modifies existing immigration inadmissibility and relief standards.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens immigration enforcement by denying benefits to individuals involved in terrorist attacks, aligning with criminal justice objectives of restricting entry for those who committed violent acts.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationDenies immigration benefits and inadmissibility for Hamas supporters, restricting protections for targeted individuals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · United States · House Feb 4, 2026

HR 7374: Housing Without Fear Act of 2026

HR 7374, the Housing Without Fear Act of 2026, prohibits the Departments of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Homeland Security (DHS) from implementing a specific memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed on March 24, 2025. The bill directly affects HUD and DHS by blocking their joint enforcement of this agreement. It does not create new policies but nullifies an existing administrative arrangement between the two agencies. This is a procedural change focused on restricting the implementation of the 2025 MOU.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBlocks HUD/DHS joint enforcement MOU, limiting federal immigration enforcement in housing access per 'limits cooperation with federal enforcement' indicator.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Feb 9, 2026

HR 7451: EXILE Act

HR 7451, the EXILE Act, would end the H-1B visa program for foreign workers in specialty occupations after fiscal year 2026. It amends immigration law to eliminate the H-1B program's continuation starting in 2027, setting a permanent annual cap of zero for new H-1B visas. This directly affects U.S. employers who currently sponsor H-1B workers (commonly in tech and professional services) and foreign workers seeking these visas. The bill’s key provision modifies the legal text to phase out the program by removing existing renewal language and inserting a permanent end date.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationEnds H-1B visa program, restricting skilled immigrant work access and employer sponsorship under specialty occupations.95% confidence

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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 Dec 4, 2025

HR 6379: Shadow Wolves Improvement Act

HR 6379, the Shadow Wolves Improvement Act, amends the Homeland Security Act to establish new requirements for ICE's Shadow Wolves Program, which partners with tribal nations like the Tohono O'odham Nation. The bill requires ICE to define the program's mission, set staffing needs for special agents, create a recruitment/retention strategy with specific goals and timelines, and provide current Tactical Officers with clear details about reclassifying as special agents (including pay and training impacts). It also mandates a plan for filling vacancies due to retirements and outlines criteria for expanding the program to new tribal lands. The bill specifies no new funding is authorized for these changes and requires ICE to submit an implementation report to Congress within one year.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill strengthens ICE's tribal partnership program, enhancing federal immigration enforcement capabilities without protecting immigrant rights or services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Tags Tribal Nations

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 13, 2025

S 72: Justice for Jocelyn Act

This bill (S 72) changes how Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) releases non-detained immigrants. It requires that aliens only be placed in Alternatives to Detention (ATD) programs after all detention beds are filled, no detention options exist, and all reasonable detention efforts are exhausted (Section 2). It mandates continuous GPS monitoring and a nightly curfew (10 p.m. to 5 a.m.) for all aliens in ATD programs during all immigration proceedings and until removal (Section 3). Additionally, it allows for automatic removal in absentia if an alien fails to comply with release conditions, based on an officer’s affidavit (Section 4). The bill directly affects non-detained immigrants under ICE supervision who would previously qualify for ATD.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates detention before ATD use and enforces strict GPS/curfew, restricting alternatives to detention and increasing enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House 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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