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Homeland Heroes Pay Act

3/15/2025, 8:06 AM

Summary of Bill HR 2050

Bill 119 HR 2050, also known as the "Continuing Appropriations for Certain Excepted Employees Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to provide funding for the salary and expenses of certain employees of U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The bill is designed to ensure that these essential employees are able to continue their work during times of budget uncertainty or government shutdowns.

The bill specifies that the funding provided is only for employees who are considered "excepted" and are required to work during a lapse in appropriations. This includes employees who are involved in critical functions such as border security, immigration enforcement, and customs operations.

In addition to funding for salaries and expenses, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to the operations of CBP and ICE. This may include funding for equipment, training, and other resources necessary for the agencies to carry out their duties effectively. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2050 is aimed at ensuring that essential employees of CBP and ICE are able to continue their important work even in the face of budget uncertainties or government shutdowns. By providing the necessary funding, the bill helps to maintain the security and integrity of the nation's borders and immigration enforcement efforts.

Congressional Summary of HR 2050

Homeland Heroes Pay Act

This bill provides continuing appropriations for the salaries and expenses of certain U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers and agents during any lapse in appropriations (i.e., government shutdown).

If a lapse in appropriations occurs, the bill provides continuing appropriations for the salaries and expenses of (1) CBP officers and agents who are performing mission critical functions at U.S. southwest, northern, and maritime border ports of entry, and between such ports of entry; and (2) ICE officers and agents who conduct immigration enforcement and investigations of criminal operations and organizations.

Current Status of Bill HR 2050

Bill HR 2050 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2025. Bill HR 2050 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on March 11, 2025.  Bill HR 2050's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations. as of March 11, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2050

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
7
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
7
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2050

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2050

Homeland Heroes Pay Act
Homeland Heroes Pay Act
Making continuing appropriations for the salary and expenses of certain excepted employees of U.S. Customs and Border Protection and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and for other purposes.

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Kartier Wolf

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8 months ago

Can't wait for this bill to pass, it's gonna help out a lot of people! #HR2050 #HomelandHeroesPayAct 🇺🇸💰