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To prohibit the use of Federal funds for congressional earmarks targeted to a State or unit of local government that is a sanctuary jurisdiction.
2/1/2025, 9:06 AM
Summary of Bill HR 205
The bill seeks to address the issue of sanctuary cities by prohibiting the allocation of Federal funds for projects or programs in these jurisdictions. This means that any earmarks designated for sanctuary cities would be ineligible for Federal funding. The goal of this legislation is to discourage sanctuary jurisdictions from implementing policies that conflict with Federal immigration laws.
Supporters of the bill argue that sanctuary cities undermine national immigration enforcement efforts and create safety concerns for the public. They believe that Federal funds should not be used to support jurisdictions that do not comply with immigration laws. Opponents of the bill argue that it unfairly targets sanctuary cities and infringes on the rights of local governments to set their own policies regarding immigration enforcement. They argue that withholding Federal funds could have negative consequences for the residents of these jurisdictions. Overall, Bill 119 HR 205 is a controversial piece of legislation that addresses the issue of sanctuary cities and Federal funding. It will be important to monitor the progress of this bill as it moves through the legislative process to see how it may impact sanctuary jurisdictions and immigration enforcement efforts.
Congressional Summary of HR 205
No Congressional Funds for Sanctuary Cities Act
This bill prohibits federal funds from being used as congressionally directed spending (i.e., an earmark) for jurisdictions that withhold information about citizenship or immigration status or do not cooperate with immigration detainers.
Specifically, such funds are denied to any jurisdiction that has a law, policy, or practice that prohibits or restricts any government entity from
- maintaining, sending, or receiving information regarding the citizenship or immigration status of any individual;
- exchanging information regarding an individual's citizenship or immigration status with a federal, state, or local government entity;
- complying with a valid immigration detainer from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS); or
- notifying DHS about an individual's release from custody.
The funding restriction does not apply to a law, policy, or practice that only applies to an individual who comes forward as a victim of or a witness to a criminal offense.
This prohibition begins in FY2026.
Current Status of Bill HR 205
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 205
Total Number of Sponsors
8Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
8Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
6Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 205
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Comments

Alden Parsons
10 months ago
I can't believe they're still trying to sneak in those sneaky earmarks! This bill is a step in the right direction, but who knows what else is hidden in there. Did you know that this bill also includes provisions for increased transparency in government spending? #transparency #HR205



