Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the migrant surge in Del Rio, Texas, must be met by the Federal Government's obligation to fully enforce our immigration laws.

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Summary of Bill HRES 676

Bill 117 H.Res. 676, titled "Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the migrant surge in Del Rio, Texas, must be met by the Federal Government's obligation to fully enforce our immigration laws," is a resolution introduced in the US House of Representatives. The bill addresses the recent increase in migrants arriving in Del Rio, Texas, and calls on the Federal Government to uphold and enforce existing immigration laws.

The resolution emphasizes the importance of maintaining the integrity of the US immigration system and ensuring that all individuals entering the country do so through legal channels. It highlights the strain that the influx of migrants has placed on local resources and communities in Del Rio, Texas, and calls for swift action to address the situation.

The resolution does not propose any specific policy changes or new legislation but instead serves as a statement of the House of Representatives' position on the issue. It urges the Federal Government to take immediate steps to enforce immigration laws and secure the border to prevent further surges of migrants in Del Rio and other border communities. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 676 underscores the need for the Federal Government to fulfill its responsibility to enforce immigration laws and address the challenges posed by the migrant surge in Del Rio, Texas.

Congressional Summary of HRES 676

This resolution urges the Biden Administration to expeditiously restore the Migrant Protection Protocols, a policy requiring many asylum seekers arriving at the southern border to wait in Mexico while their cases are being adjudicated. It also urges the Administration to use certain public health powers, commonly referred to as Title 42 authority, to promptly expel migrants.

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Current Status of Bill HRES 676

Bill HRES 676 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 23, 2021. Bill HRES 676 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on September 23, 2021. Bill HRES 676's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 676

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

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Border security and unlawful immigrationDepartment of Homeland SecurityEmergency medical services and trauma careImmigration status and proceduresInfectious and parasitic diseasesLatin AmericaLaw enforcement administration and fundingLaw enforcement officersMexicoState and local government operationsTexas

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 676

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the migrant surge in Del Rio, Texas, must be met by the Federal Government's obligation to fully enforce our immigration laws.Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the migrant surge in Del Rio, Texas, must be met by the Federal Government's obligation to fully enforce our immigration laws.

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