Immigration (Sanctuary Policies)

in committee · United States · House Aug 14, 2026

HR 10105: Stop ICE Price Gouging Act

The Stop ICE Price Gouging Act caps the prices of goods sold in commissaries at immigration detention facilities, limiting markups to 5 percent for essential items like hygiene products and communication supplies, and 35 percent for nonessential items. The bill prohibits additional service fees, commissions, or revenue-sharing arrangements between contractors and government agencies. If a detainee is overcharged, the agency must provide a refund, or if that is not possible due to transfer or release, the excess funds are deposited into a new Detainee Welfare Fund dedicated to purchasing recreational, educational, and electronic items for detainees. Enforcement involves regular audits by the Department of Homeland Security Inspector General and quarterly compliance reports submitted to Congress, while allowing states to maintain stricter price limits if they exist.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill caps prices in immigration detention commissaries and mandates refunds for overcharges, directly protecting the financial interests of detained immigrants.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10225: No Federal Taxpayer-Funded Housing for Illegal Aliens Act of 2026

The No Federal Taxpayer-Funded Housing for Illegal Aliens Act of 2026 prohibits the use of federal funds to provide housing assistance to individuals who are unlawfully present in the United States. The bill defines covered housing assistance broadly to include rental help, vouchers, mortgage support, utility bills, hotel stays, and various stabilization services aimed at securing or maintaining a home. Federal agency heads must enforce this ban by requiring fund recipients to certify compliance, monitoring their activities, and imposing civil penalties or periods of ineligibility for any violations. The prohibition does not apply to funds used specifically for enforcing immigration or criminal laws.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingThe bill explicitly prohibits federal funding for housing assistance for a specific group, thereby restricting access to housing resources and weakening tenant protections.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill prohibits federal housing assistance for individuals unlawfully present in the US, restricting access to services for immigrants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Mortgages Enforcement Refugees & Asylum Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Aug 18, 2026

HR 10111: Oversight Access Act

The Oversight Access Act prohibits the Secretary of Homeland Security from blocking Members of Congress or their staff from entering immigration detention facilities for oversight purposes. The bill also forbids requiring advance notice for these visits and bans any temporary changes to a facility that would alter what visitors observe compared to normal conditions. If the Inspector General determines that the Secretary has significantly failed to follow these rules, they must report the violation to the House and Senate Judiciary Committees within 30 days.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeThe bill strengthens oversight of immigration detention facilities by ensuring congressional access and prohibiting interference, which aligns with protecting civil rights and enhancing accountability.75% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill mandates congressional oversight of immigration detention facilities, protecting transparency and accountability in the immigration system.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10222: No HUD Funding for Sanctuary Cities Act

This bill would prohibit any state or local government designated as a "sanctuary jurisdiction" from receiving grant funds distributed by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). A jurisdiction is defined as a sanctuary if it has laws, policies, or practices that restrict officials from sharing information about an individual's immigration status or from complying with federal requests to detain or notify about the release of individuals. The funding restriction would apply to grants distributed 180 days after the bill's enactment. To determine which jurisdictions qualify for this ineligibility, the HUD Secretary is required to consult with the Secretary of Homeland Security.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingBill prohibits HUD grant funds for sanctuary jurisdictions, directly restricting housing development and assistance funding based on immigration policy.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill penalizes sanctuary jurisdictions by cutting HUD funds, restricting local protections for immigrants and limiting their access to housing services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Development Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 5371: Stopping Border Surges Act

The Stopping Border Surges Act proposes significant changes to U.S. immigration law regarding unaccompanied children and asylum seekers. It mandates that unaccompanied alien children be repatriated to their home countries if they do not meet specific criteria, while also allowing for the detention of families who entered the country together for misdemeanor border-crossing charges. For asylum applicants, the bill restricts eligibility to those arriving at designated ports of entry and shortens the deadline to file an application from one year to six months. It introduces a "safe third country" provision that can bar asylum claims if an individual transited through another nation without seeking protection there first. Additionally, the legislation requires audio or video recording of expedited removal interviews, imposes criminal penalties for asylum fraud, and terminates asylum status if an individual voluntarily returns to their home country.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill mandates detention for misdemeanor border-crossing charges and restricts asylum eligibility, expanding criminalization within the justice system.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates repatriation of unaccompanied children, allows detention for border crossing, and restricts asylum eligibility, significantly limiting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Jul 15, 2026

HRES 1434: Supporting the efforts of the Trump Administration to obtain a rehearing of the decision of the Supreme Court of the United States in Trump v. Barbara, and for other purposes.

This House resolution expresses support for the Trump Administration's effort to seek a rehearing of the Supreme Court's decision in *Trump v. Barbara*, which ruled that children born in the United States to parents who are unlawfully or temporarily present are citizens at birth. The bill urges the Solicitor General to file a petition for rehearing and calls on the House Judiciary Committee to monitor the case for potential legislative or oversight action. It cites concerns about commercial "birth tourism" schemes exploiting the ruling as a reason to revisit the decision before it becomes final law.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill supports overturning a ruling that grants birthright citizenship to children of unauthorized immigrants, which restricts immigration rights.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Citizenship & Naturalization Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10259: DHS Community Consultation Act of 2026

The DHS Community Consultation Act of 2026 requires the Department of Homeland Security to consult with local officials and community members before building or leasing any immigration detention facility. The bill mandates that the department assess potential impacts on local infrastructure, such as water, power, and roads, while holding public meetings and allowing a 60-day period for public comment. Additionally, it prohibits the construction of new facilities in municipalities that have officially banned them and forbids using military bases or converting non-residential structures like warehouses into detention centers. The legislation also requires coordination with local health authorities to create protocols for treating and containing contagious disease outbreaks within these facilities.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts federal immigration enforcement by mandating community consultation and prohibiting new detention facilities in certain municipalities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5259: End Housing Welfare for Illegal Aliens Act

The End Housing Welfare for Illegal Aliens Act would prohibit states and local governments designated as "sanctuary jurisdictions" from receiving Community Development Block Grants, defining such jurisdictions as those that restrict information sharing or compliance with federal immigration detainers. The bill also codifies a "mixed-status" rule that prevents housing assistance programs from providing prorated benefits to households where some members are ineligible, requiring full eligibility verification for all family members before any funds are distributed. Additionally, it mandates that public housing agencies affirmatively verify the citizenship status of applicants and expands the scope of these restrictions to include specific federal housing programs like Section 811 and Section 202.

Topics ✗ HousingOpposes HousingThe bill explicitly restricts housing assistance by prohibiting prorated benefits in mixed-status households and defunds local housing development via CDBG cuts.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts housing welfare access for illegal aliens and penalizes sanctuary jurisdictions, limiting immigrant services and protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development Property Development Citizenship & Naturalization Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5325: Delaney Hall Closure Act

The Delaney Hall Closure Act requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to stop all immigration detention operations at the Delaney Hall Detention Center in Newark, New Jersey, within 90 days of the law's enactment. The bill prohibits the Department from entering into any new contracts or agreements to use this facility for detaining individuals in federal custody. Additionally, it mandates the termination of existing operational contracts for the center, limiting the government's financial liability to payments for services already rendered before the termination takes effect.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationThe bill mandates the closure of a federal immigration detention center and prohibits new contracts for detaining individuals, directly limiting immigration enforcement infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5337: Keep Our Communities Safe Act of 2026

The Keep Our Communities Safe Act of 2026 significantly expands the authority of the Secretary of Homeland Security to detain non-citizens who are facing removal from the United States. The bill removes time limits on detention during removal proceedings and allows for indefinite detention after a final order is issued if specific conditions, such as national security threats or public safety risks, are certified by government officials. It restricts access to bond hearings for many detainees, requiring them instead to prove they are not flight risks or community threats through clear and convincing evidence. Additionally, the legislation establishes administrative review processes that permit detention beyond standard removal periods if an individual fails to cooperate with deportation efforts or poses a continuing danger.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill expands detention authority, removes time limits, and restricts bond hearings, which limits due process rights within the criminal justice system.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationThe bill expands detention authority, removes time limits on detention, and restricts bond access, significantly limiting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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