Immigration

in committee · United States · House Aug 6, 2026

HR 10045: Protect American Values Act

The Protect American Values Act prohibits the use of federal funds to implement, administer, or enforce a specific Department of Homeland Security rule regarding the "Public Charge" ground of inadmissibility. This legislation directly affects immigrants and mixed-status families by preventing the government from using public benefits as a factor in determining eligibility for lawful permanent resident status. The bill includes a statement of congressional intent arguing that the targeted rule would restrict access to essential services like food, medical care, and housing, while also negatively impacting state and local economies. By cutting off funding for this specific policy, the act aims to maintain current immigration standards and prevent what Congress describes as an unauthorized reversal of long-standing law.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationThe bill prohibits using public benefits as a factor in inadmissibility, directly protecting immigrant eligibility for lawful permanent resident status.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 3, 2026

HR 9579: Department of Homeland Security Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties Authorization Act

This bill establishes a new Office for Civil Rights and Civil Liberties within the Department of Homeland Security, led by an Officer who reports directly to the department head. The Office is tasked with overseeing compliance with civil rights laws, reviewing potential abuses or profiling by employees, and integrating these protections into all department policies and programs. It grants the Officer authority to investigate complaints, issue public reports on findings, and coordinate with other officials to ensure diverse communities are engaged effectively. Additionally, the legislation requires each major department unit to have its own civil rights officer and mandates annual reporting to Congress on the Office's activities and progress.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes an office to oversee civil rights compliance and investigate profiling/abuses by DHS employees, enhancing accountability and protecting civil liberties within law enforcement.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill establishes a DHS office to protect civil rights and prevent profiling, directly supporting immigrant protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Tags Civil Liberties

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2026

HR 9944: TPS Review Act

The Temporary Protected Status Review Act restores the ability of courts to review decisions by the Department of Homeland Security to end Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations for foreign nationals. Under this bill, the government must publish detailed written findings explaining why a country no longer qualifies for TPS protection, and these decisions would be subject to a legal challenge in federal court. If a TPS designation is terminated, the affected individuals would remain in the United States with their current status and work authorization intact while the legal challenge is pending. Additionally, the legislation requires the government to follow specific administrative procedures, such as considering all available evidence and avoiding bias, before making any termination decisions.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restores judicial review for ending TPS, protecting immigrant rights and limiting arbitrary termination of protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2026

HR 9745: Orlin’s Law

Orlin's Law requires immigration officials to identify detained parents and prioritize family unity by limiting detention when possible. The bill mandates that parents be allowed to make free calls and visits with their children, participate in family court proceedings, and access necessary documents to care for their dependents. It also establishes a new office within U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to coordinate these protections and provides for community-based alternatives to detention. Additionally, the law creates a presumption that parental rights remain intact even if a child is separated from a detained parent and outlines specific steps to facilitate reunification upon removal.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill protects immigrant families by limiting detention, ensuring access to services, and prioritizing family unity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 9494: Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act of 2026

The Haitian Refugee Immigration Fairness Act of 2026 allows nationals of Haiti and their immediate family members who have lived continuously in the United States since June 26, 2024, to apply for permanent resident status. To qualify, applicants must submit their request within three years of the bill's enactment and generally cannot have been convicted of aggravated felonies, multiple crimes of moral turpitude, or acts of persecution. The bill also permits eligible individuals with existing deportation orders to apply without first overturning those orders and grants them work authorization while their applications are pending. Additionally, the legislation ensures that granting permanent residence to these applicants does not reduce the number of available immigrant visas for other categories.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill grants permanent resident status to Haitian nationals, directly advancing immigration rights and protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Enforcement Refugees & Asylum Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · House Jun 23, 2026

HR 9414: Pell Grant Preservation and Expansion Act of 2026

The Pell Grant Preservation and Expansion Act of 2026 aims to increase financial aid for college students by raising the maximum Pell Grant amount to $15,000 by the 2031-2032 award year and ensuring the program is fully funded through mandatory spending rather than annual appropriations. The bill also expands eligibility for students who receive means-tested government benefits by automatically assigning them a lower financial need score, while simultaneously allowing Dreamer students - undocumented immigrants who meet specific criteria such as graduating high school or serving in the military - to qualify for federal aid. Additional provisions restore the total number of semesters a student can receive Pell Grants from 12 to 18 and adjust the rules for satisfactory academic progress to reduce penalties for students who struggle to meet grade requirements. Finally, the legislation restores Pell Grant eligibility for some students who previously received outside scholarships and sets the law's effective date for July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill increases Pell Grant funding and expands eligibility, directly enhancing higher education access and financial aid.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly expands eligibility for Dreamer students by lowering financial need scores, directly supporting undocumented immigrants.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education K-12 Education Student Financial Aid DACA & Dreamers

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in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9432: LIFT the BAR Act

The LIFT the BAR Act aims to restore access to federal benefits for lawfully present noncitizens by repealing several restrictions imposed by the 1996 welfare reform law and a 2024 reconciliation bill. Specifically, it would allow eligible noncitizens to receive SNAP food assistance, Medicaid, CHIP, and child nutrition programs, while also updating legal terminology to refer to "noncitizens" rather than "aliens" in relevant statutes. The legislation includes provisions to ensure these individuals can qualify for premium tax credits and would require federal agencies to issue implementation guidance within 180 days of enactment.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicaid and CHIP access for eligible noncitizens, directly increasing healthcare coverage and patient access.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restores federal benefits for lawfully present noncitizens and updates terminology to 'noncitizens', directly supporting immigrant access to services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Children's Health Insurance Medicaid

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in committee · United States · House Jun 18, 2026

HR 9375: Honor Their Service Act

The Honor Their Service Act directs the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide grants to eligible organizations that offer immigration legal assistance to noncitizen veterans. These funds are intended to help veterans facing deportation, seeking citizenship, or needing discharge upgrades by covering legal services in removal proceedings, naturalization applications, and reentry efforts. To ensure broad access, the bill requires the VA to establish clear eligibility criteria, consult with relevant service groups, and prioritize funding for entities that can deliver services virtually or in remote areas. The legislation authorizes $20 million in funding for fiscal years 2027 through 2030 and mandates biennial reports to Congress detailing the number of assisted veterans and the effectiveness of the programs.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill provides federal funding for legal assistance to noncitizen veterans facing deportation or seeking citizenship, directly supporting immigrant services and rights.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill directs VA to provide grants for legal assistance to noncitizen veterans, directly funding and protecting their services and benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Immigrant Services Enforcement Memorials & Recognition Veteran Healthcare Veteran Housing

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in committee · United States · House Jun 18, 2026

HRES 1375: Reaffirming the importance of the United States promoting the safety, health, and well-being of refugees and displaced persons in the United States and around the world.

This House resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to protecting refugees and displaced persons by calling for the restoration of the Refugee Admissions Program and asylum protections. It urges federal officials to lift current bans on refugee entry, resume vetting for approved applicants, and increase humanitarian aid to host countries. The measure highlights the economic contributions of refugees and emphasizes the need for fair, humane policies that align with international obligations and domestic law.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill explicitly calls for restoring refugee admissions, lifting entry bans, and increasing humanitarian aid, directly advancing protections for displaced persons.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Refugees & Asylum

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in committee · United States · House Jun 12, 2026

HR 8971: Veterans Visa and Protection Act of 2026

The Veterans Visa and Protection Act of 2026 establishes a program to allow noncitizen veterans who were previously removed from or barred from entering the United States to return and obtain permanent resident status. It requires government officials to reopen and terminate removal cases for eligible veterans, provided they were not deported due to violent crimes or serious offenses involving at least five years in prison. The bill also mandates that noncitizen service members and veterans cannot be removed unless convicted of a crime of violence, while granting them access to military benefits and a streamlined path to naturalization. Additionally, the law directs immigration authorities to identify at-risk veterans, seek supervisory approval before initiating removal proceedings against them, and annotate official records with specific details about their military service.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill supports criminal justice reform by offering a pathway to residency for noncitizen veterans, excluding those convicted of serious violent crimes, thereby balancing compassion with public safety.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill allows deported noncitizen veterans to return and obtain permanent resident status, directly protecting immigrant rights and facilitating reintegration.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill allows noncitizen veterans to return and obtain permanent resident status, protecting their service and benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Citizenship & Naturalization Enforcement Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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