To withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes.

1/8/2025, 1:40 PM
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Bill 119 HR 203, also known as the "No Federal Funds for Unlawful Aliens Act," aims to prevent states from providing driver's licenses or identification cards to individuals who are in the United States unlawfully. The bill proposes withholding Federal highway funds from states that choose to issue these forms of identification to undocumented immigrants.

The main goal of the bill is to discourage states from enabling undocumented immigrants to drive legally within the United States. Proponents argue that providing driver's licenses to individuals who are unlawfully present in the country undermines immigration laws and poses a threat to national security.

Opponents of the bill argue that denying driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants could lead to unsafe driving practices, as these individuals may still drive without proper identification. They also argue that withholding Federal highway funds could have negative consequences for states' transportation infrastructure. Overall, Bill 119 HR 203 is a controversial piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate surrounding immigration policy in the United States. It will be interesting to see how lawmakers navigate these complex issues as the bill moves through the legislative process.
Congress
119

Number
HR - 203

Introduced on
2025-01-03

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Status of Legislation

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

Purpose and Summary

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Bill 119 HR 203, also known as the "No Federal Funds for Unlawful Aliens Act," aims to prevent states from providing driver's licenses or identification cards to individuals who are in the United States unlawfully. The bill proposes withholding Federal highway funds from states that choose to issue these forms of identification to undocumented immigrants.

The main goal of the bill is to discourage states from enabling undocumented immigrants to drive legally within the United States. Proponents argue that providing driver's licenses to individuals who are unlawfully present in the country undermines immigration laws and poses a threat to national security.

Opponents of the bill argue that denying driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants could lead to unsafe driving practices, as these individuals may still drive without proper identification. They also argue that withholding Federal highway funds could have negative consequences for states' transportation infrastructure. Overall, Bill 119 HR 203 is a controversial piece of legislation that highlights the ongoing debate surrounding immigration policy in the United States. It will be interesting to see how lawmakers navigate these complex issues as the bill moves through the legislative process.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedTo withhold Federal highway funds from States that provide driver's licenses or identification cards to aliens who are unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes.

Comments

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Liana Hamrick
@bruichladdich_tormore_cinnamon22824
I'm curious about this bill and how it might impact our state. It seems like a good idea to withhold federal funds from states that provide driver's licenses to undocumented immigrants. I wonder how this will be enforced and what the consequences wil...

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Latest Action1/3/2025
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.