Blocking the Entry of Malign Actors Act

12/15/2023, 4:02 PM

Blocking the Entry of Malign Actors Act

This bill requires the President to deny an individual's admission to the United States as a representative to the United Nations if the individual (1) engaged in espionage or terrorist activities against the United States or its allies, or (2) may pose a threat to U.S. national security interests. Currently, such a denial is only required if the individual meets both criteria.

Bill 118 hr 5550, also known as the Blocking the Entry of Malign Actors Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of preventing individuals who are deemed to be "malign actors" from entering the United States. The bill specifically targets individuals who are involved in activities that pose a threat to national security or who have engaged in human rights abuses.

The bill outlines a process by which the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Director of National Intelligence, can identify individuals who meet the criteria of being a "malign actor." Once identified, these individuals would be barred from entering the United States and their visas would be revoked.

The bill also includes provisions for waivers to be granted in certain circumstances, such as for individuals who are providing valuable information to the US government or who are seeking entry for humanitarian reasons. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of State to report to Congress on the implementation of the legislation and any waivers that have been granted. Overall, the Blocking the Entry of Malign Actors Act is aimed at protecting national security and preventing individuals who pose a threat from entering the United States. It provides a framework for identifying and barring these individuals while also allowing for exceptions in certain circumstances.
Congress
118
Number
HR - 5550
Introduced on
2023-09-18
# Amendments
0
Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Blocking the Entry of Malign Actors Act

This bill requires the President to deny an individual's admission to the United States as a representative to the United Nations if the individual (1) engaged in espionage or terrorist activities against the United States or its allies, or (2) may pose a threat to U.S. national security interests. Currently, such a denial is only required if the individual meets both criteria.

Bill 118 hr 5550, also known as the Blocking the Entry of Malign Actors Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of preventing individuals who are deemed to be "malign actors" from entering the United States. The bill specifically targets individuals who are involved in activities that pose a threat to national security or who have engaged in human rights abuses.

The bill outlines a process by which the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Director of National Intelligence, can identify individuals who meet the criteria of being a "malign actor." Once identified, these individuals would be barred from entering the United States and their visas would be revoked.

The bill also includes provisions for waivers to be granted in certain circumstances, such as for individuals who are providing valuable information to the US government or who are seeking entry for humanitarian reasons. Additionally, the bill requires the Secretary of State to report to Congress on the implementation of the legislation and any waivers that have been granted. Overall, the Blocking the Entry of Malign Actors Act is aimed at protecting national security and preventing individuals who pose a threat from entering the United States. It provides a framework for identifying and barring these individuals while also allowing for exceptions in certain circumstances.
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Latest Summary11/25/2024

Blocking the Entry of Malign Actors Act

This bill requires the President to deny an individual's admission to the United States as a representative to the United Nations if the individual (1) engaged in espionage or te...

Latest Action9/18/2023
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.