Immigration

in committee · United States · House Jun 4, 2025

HR 3725: Preventing the Abuse of Immigration Parole Act

This bill would reform immigration parole by requiring the Secretary of Homeland Security to grant temporary entry only on a case-by-case basis for urgent humanitarian needs or significant public benefit, reversing what the bill describes as systemic overuse. It imposes a strict annual cap of 3,000 paroles starting in fiscal year 2029, restricts parole for nationals of designated "countries of concern" without a State Department waiver, and allows states to sue if they claim financial harm exceeding $100 from parole decisions. The bill directly affects immigrants seeking temporary entry and DHS officials administering the program. Key mechanisms include the new cap, country restrictions, and state lawsuit provisions to enforce compliance.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts parole access via case-by-case requirement, 3,000 annual cap, and country restrictions, limiting immigrant services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Feb 6, 2026

HR 7395: NO ICE ADs Act

HR 7395, the NO ICE ADs Act, prohibits the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from spending federal funds on television advertisements promoting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), recruiting for ICE, or improving ICE's public image. This bill directly affects DHS by restricting how it can use its budget for communication activities related to ICE. The key provision bans the obligation or expenditure of funds for any TV ads intended to advance ICE's brand, programs, or personnel recruitment. It does not alter immigration enforcement policies or create new legal requirements, only limiting specific advertising spending. The bill aims to prevent federal resources from being used to support ICE's public outreach efforts.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts DHS budget use for ICE advertising, limiting government spending on specific communication activities per bill's explicit ban on fund expenditure for ICE promotions.95% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts funding for ICE recruitment and public image, limiting law enforcement agency operations and potentially weakening immigration enforcement capabilities.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill prohibits DHS from using funds for ICE advertising/recruitment, directly defunding ICE's public image and recruitment efforts. This weakens ICE enforcement by restricting communication and personnel outreach.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Government Spending Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House Jun 12, 2025

HR 3987: No Community Development Block Grants for Sanctuary Cities Act

This bill amends federal law to block Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) from going to local governments that qualify as "sanctuary jurisdictions." A sanctuary jurisdiction is defined as a city or county that restricts sharing immigration status information with federal authorities or refuses to comply with certain immigration detainer requests. The law requires grant recipients to certify they are not sanctuary jurisdictions during the grant period. This directly affects cities and counties with policies limiting cooperation on immigration enforcement, potentially withholding federal funds for housing, infrastructure, and community programs. The exception for jurisdictions not sharing information when victims or witnesses of crimes come forward is included.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesDefunds CDBG grants to sanctuary cities, restricting federal budget allocation for community development programs.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingDefunds CDBGs - used for affordable housing programs - by blocking grants to sanctuary cities, directly restricting housing funding access.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBlocks CDBG funding for jurisdictions restricting federal immigration cooperation, directly opposing sanctuary policies that limit enforcement cooperation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development Property Development Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Mar 18, 2026

HR 5713: Expedited Removal of Criminal Aliens Act

This bill creates a new provision (Section 238A) in immigration law requiring the Department of Homeland Security to expedite the removal (deportation) of certain non-citizens. It directly affects individuals who are: (1) criminal gang members or members of a foreign terrorist organization, or (2) convicted of specific serious crimes including felonies, assaults against vulnerable groups (defined as children under 16, pregnant women, disabled individuals, or seniors over 65), sexual offenses, domestic violence, or child exploitation crimes. The bill mandates mandatory detention and faster removal proceedings for these individuals, and explicitly states they cannot seek withholding of removal (a form of protection from deportation). It does not change existing immigration categories but adds these specific grounds for expedited removal.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationExpedited removal of criminal aliens increases deportation enforcement for specific groups, aligning with 'restricts' and 'increases enforcement' indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jan 16, 2025

HR 547: No Child Tax Credit for Illegals Act of 2025

This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to require a valid Social Security Number (SSN) for all qualifying children claimed on the Child Tax Credit. Specifically, it mandates that taxpayers must include the SSN of both the taxpayer (or both spouses on a joint return) and each qualifying child on their tax return to claim the credit. The requirement applies to all taxpayers except members of the Armed Forces (who may use a spouse's SSN), and excludes individuals without an SSN issued to a U.S. citizen or under specific Social Security Act provisions. The change takes effect for taxable years beginning after the bill's enactment date.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts Child Tax Credit eligibility via SSN requirement, reducing government spending on the program by excluding non-SSN holders.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRequires SSN for Child Tax Credit, denying access to undocumented immigrants (explicitly referenced in bill title) and restricting a government benefit based on immigration status.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 11, 2025

S 2785: A Chance To Serve Act

This bill, the "A Chance To Serve Act," provides expanded benefits for Peace Corps and AmeriCorps volunteers. It extends job eligibility for 3 years after service, increases readjustment allowances from $125 to $425, and provides one year of health care coverage after service. The bill also suspends student loan payments and interest during service, doubles the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, and ensures no discrimination based on immigration status. Additionally, it increases living allowances to 200% of the poverty line and expands student loan forgiveness for national service. These changes directly benefit current and former Peace Corps and AmeriCorps volunteers.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationDoubles Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, directly increasing funding for higher education access and student financial support.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly prohibits discrimination based on immigration status, directly protecting immigrant rights within volunteer program benefits.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands benefits for volunteers including increased allowances, health care, education awards, and anti-discrimination protections, directly supporting post-service employment transition and worker benefits.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill expands benefits, healthcare coverage, and education awards for Peace Corps and AmeriCorps volunteers, directly strengthening veteran support services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · House Feb 20, 2026

HR 7608: Southeast Asian Deportation Relief Act of 2026

HR 7608, the Southeast Asian Deportation Relief Act of 2026, prevents the deportation of eligible Cambodian, Laotian, and Vietnamese nationals who entered the U.S. before January 1, 2008, and have continuously resided here since. The bill halts removals for these individuals, grants them permanent work authorization with 5-year permits renewable indefinitely, and eliminates in-person check-ins for immigration supervision. It also requires immigration authorities to reopen past deportation cases for eligible individuals, allowing them to seek relief under the Act’s provisions without retroactive penalties. This directly affects approximately 15,000 long-term Southeast Asian residents, many of whom arrived as child refugees following conflicts the U.S. was involved in.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationPrevents deportation, grants work authorization, and eliminates supervision requirements for eligible Southeast Asian immigrants, directly protecting rights and providing services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics DACA & Dreamers Enforcement Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · United States · House Aug 12, 2025

HR 4959: Land of the Free Act of 2025

HR 4959, the "Land of the Free Act of 2025," repeals a specific deportation provision in immigration law. It removes Section 237(a)(4)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1227(a)(4)(C)), which previously allowed non-citizens to be deported for engaging in "protected speech activities." This change directly affects non-citizens who might have faced deportation under that provision for exercising free speech rights. The bill makes a concrete policy change by eliminating this exception to deportation.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRepeals deportation provision for protected speech, advancing civil rights protections within immigration enforcement, a key aspect of criminal justice reform.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRepeals deportation provision for protected speech, directly protecting immigrant free speech rights under immigration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Feb 9, 2026

HR 7423: No Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026

HR 7423, the "No Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026," requires states and localities to share immigration status information with federal authorities and prohibits policies that block such sharing. It mandates that jurisdictions notify U.S. Customs and Border Protection 48 hours before releasing individuals in custody (or hold them for 48 hours if release is unscheduled) and obligates DHS to respond to status verification requests. Violating these provisions could result in loss of federal law enforcement grants, with immunity granted to local officers cooperating under the law. The bill directly affects state and local law enforcement agencies by altering information-sharing requirements with federal immigration authorities.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates sharing immigration status with federal authorities, prohibits sanctuary policies, and requires local cooperation with DHS enforcement, directly opposing state-level immigration protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House May 21, 2025

HR 3550: No Resettlement Without Representation Act

This bill changes how refugee admissions are managed in the U.S. It requires the President to submit a refugee admission recommendation to Congress before each fiscal year (starting 2025), rather than setting limits unilaterally. Congress must then pass a joint resolution setting the annual refugee cap before any admissions can occur. Additionally, it gives state governors the authority to block refugee resettlement in their state by notifying the federal agency 30 days prior to resettlement. This directly affects the President’s authority, Congress’s role in setting limits, and states’ ability to reject refugees within their borders.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationAllows state governors to block refugee resettlement, restricting federal refugee admissions and limiting immigrant access to resettlement services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum Sanctuary Policies

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