Preserving Border Integrity Act

12/30/2022, 12:04 AM

Preserving Border Integrity Act

This bill imposes restrictions on non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) seeking asylum in the United States. Under this bill, a non-U.S. national may not, except in certain situations, seek asylum if the individual (1) entered (or attempted to enter) the United States through the northern or southern border, and (2) did not apply for protection from persecution or torture in at least one country that the individual transited through to reach the United States.

Bill 117 HR 7725, also known as the Preserving Border Integrity Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of enhancing border security and immigration enforcement. The bill seeks to address issues related to illegal immigration and border crossings by implementing various measures to strengthen border integrity.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the allocation of additional funding for border security measures, including the construction of physical barriers along the US-Mexico border and the deployment of additional personnel to patrol and monitor the border. The bill also calls for the implementation of new technology and surveillance systems to enhance border security efforts.

In addition to enhancing border security measures, the Preserving Border Integrity Act also includes provisions aimed at improving immigration enforcement. This includes measures to increase penalties for individuals who are caught crossing the border illegally, as well as provisions to streamline the deportation process for individuals who are found to be in violation of immigration laws. Overall, the Preserving Border Integrity Act is focused on strengthening border security and immigration enforcement in order to better protect the integrity of the US border. The bill has garnered support from lawmakers who believe that these measures are necessary to address the ongoing challenges related to illegal immigration and border security.
Congress
117

Number
HR - 7725

Introduced on
2022-05-11

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

5/11/2022

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Preserving Border Integrity Act

This bill imposes restrictions on non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) seeking asylum in the United States. Under this bill, a non-U.S. national may not, except in certain situations, seek asylum if the individual (1) entered (or attempted to enter) the United States through the northern or southern border, and (2) did not apply for protection from persecution or torture in at least one country that the individual transited through to reach the United States.

Bill 117 HR 7725, also known as the Preserving Border Integrity Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of enhancing border security and immigration enforcement. The bill seeks to address issues related to illegal immigration and border crossings by implementing various measures to strengthen border integrity.

One of the key provisions of the bill is the allocation of additional funding for border security measures, including the construction of physical barriers along the US-Mexico border and the deployment of additional personnel to patrol and monitor the border. The bill also calls for the implementation of new technology and surveillance systems to enhance border security efforts.

In addition to enhancing border security measures, the Preserving Border Integrity Act also includes provisions aimed at improving immigration enforcement. This includes measures to increase penalties for individuals who are caught crossing the border illegally, as well as provisions to streamline the deportation process for individuals who are found to be in violation of immigration laws. Overall, the Preserving Border Integrity Act is focused on strengthening border security and immigration enforcement in order to better protect the integrity of the US border. The bill has garnered support from lawmakers who believe that these measures are necessary to address the ongoing challenges related to illegal immigration and border security.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to limit the availability of asylum for aliens transiting through third countries, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Immigration

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Latest Summary11/8/2022

Preserving Border Integrity Act

This bill imposes restrictions on non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) seeking asylum in the United States. Under this bill, a non-U.S. national may not, except in certain situations, seek as...


Latest Action11/1/2022
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.