Requesting the President, and directing the Secretary of Homeland Security, to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all documents in their possession referring or relating to certain aspects of border policies of the United States.

12/30/2022, 4:33 AM

This resolution requests the President and directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to transmit to the House of Representatives, no later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of certain documents and other materials, both classified and unclassified, in the possession of the President or DHS as of the date of adoption of this resolution that refer or relate to certain aspects on border policy, particularly along the southwestern border.

Bill 117 H.Res. 928, titled "Requesting the President, and directing the Secretary of Homeland Security, to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all documents in their possession referring or relating to certain aspects of border policies of the United States," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.

The purpose of this resolution is to request the President and direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide the House of Representatives with copies of all documents in their possession that pertain to specific aspects of the border policies of the United States.

The resolution aims to increase transparency and accountability in the government's handling of border policies by ensuring that Congress has access to all relevant information. This includes documents related to the implementation, enforcement, and impact of border policies, as well as any communications or directives from the President or the Secretary of Homeland Security regarding these policies. By requesting these documents, Congress seeks to better understand the rationale behind current border policies, assess their effectiveness, and identify any potential areas for improvement. This resolution reflects Congress's oversight role in monitoring the actions of the executive branch and ensuring that policies are in line with the best interests of the American people. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 928 serves as a mechanism for promoting transparency and accountability in the government's border policies, and aims to facilitate informed decision-making by Congress on this critical issue.
Congress
117

Number
HRES - 928

Introduced on
2022-02-15

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

2/15/2022

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

This resolution requests the President and directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to transmit to the House of Representatives, no later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of certain documents and other materials, both classified and unclassified, in the possession of the President or DHS as of the date of adoption of this resolution that refer or relate to certain aspects on border policy, particularly along the southwestern border.

Bill 117 H.Res. 928, titled "Requesting the President, and directing the Secretary of Homeland Security, to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all documents in their possession referring or relating to certain aspects of border policies of the United States," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.

The purpose of this resolution is to request the President and direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide the House of Representatives with copies of all documents in their possession that pertain to specific aspects of the border policies of the United States.

The resolution aims to increase transparency and accountability in the government's handling of border policies by ensuring that Congress has access to all relevant information. This includes documents related to the implementation, enforcement, and impact of border policies, as well as any communications or directives from the President or the Secretary of Homeland Security regarding these policies. By requesting these documents, Congress seeks to better understand the rationale behind current border policies, assess their effectiveness, and identify any potential areas for improvement. This resolution reflects Congress's oversight role in monitoring the actions of the executive branch and ensuring that policies are in line with the best interests of the American people. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 928 serves as a mechanism for promoting transparency and accountability in the government's border policies, and aims to facilitate informed decision-making by Congress on this critical issue.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedRequesting the President, and directing the Secretary of Homeland Security, to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all documents in their possession referring or relating to certain aspects of border policies of the United States.

Policy Areas
Immigration

Potential Impact
Aviation and airports•
Border security and unlawful immigration•
Cardiovascular and respiratory health•
Child safety and welfare•
Congressional oversight•
Congressional-executive branch relations•
Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation•
Department of Homeland Security•
Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad•
Drug trafficking and controlled substances•
Emergency medical services and trauma care•
Family relationships•
Government information and archives•
Government studies and investigations•
Health promotion and preventive care•
Human trafficking•
Immunology and vaccination•
Infectious and parasitic diseases•
Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information•
Latin America•
Medical tests and diagnostic methods•
Mexico•
Organized crime•
Roads and highways•
Smuggling and trafficking•
Transportation safety and security

Comments

Recent Activity

Latest Summary6/6/2022

This resolution requests the President and directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to transmit to the House of Representatives, no later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of certain documents and ot...


Latest Action2/15/2022
Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.