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Close Biden’s Open Border Act
12/15/2023, 3:53 PM
Summary of Bill HR 164
Bill 118 hr 164, also known as the Close Biden's Open Border Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of addressing concerns related to immigration and border security. The bill seeks to tighten border control measures and enforce stricter immigration policies in order to prevent illegal entry into the United States.
Key provisions of the Close Biden's Open Border Act include increasing funding for border security measures, such as the construction of physical barriers and the deployment of additional personnel to patrol the border. The bill also calls for the implementation of stricter screening procedures for individuals seeking entry into the country, with a focus on preventing criminals and terrorists from entering the US.
Additionally, the Close Biden's Open Border Act aims to streamline the immigration process and reduce backlogs in the immigration system. This includes measures to expedite the processing of asylum claims and increase resources for immigration courts to handle cases more efficiently. Overall, the Close Biden's Open Border Act is intended to address concerns about border security and immigration enforcement, with the goal of ensuring that the US has a secure and orderly immigration system. The bill has garnered support from lawmakers who believe that stronger border control measures are necessary to protect national security and uphold the rule of law.
Key provisions of the Close Biden's Open Border Act include increasing funding for border security measures, such as the construction of physical barriers and the deployment of additional personnel to patrol the border. The bill also calls for the implementation of stricter screening procedures for individuals seeking entry into the country, with a focus on preventing criminals and terrorists from entering the US.
Additionally, the Close Biden's Open Border Act aims to streamline the immigration process and reduce backlogs in the immigration system. This includes measures to expedite the processing of asylum claims and increase resources for immigration courts to handle cases more efficiently. Overall, the Close Biden's Open Border Act is intended to address concerns about border security and immigration enforcement, with the goal of ensuring that the US has a secure and orderly immigration system. The bill has garnered support from lawmakers who believe that stronger border control measures are necessary to protect national security and uphold the rule of law.
Congressional Summary of HR 164
Close Biden's Open Border Act
This bill provides $15 billion for the Department of Homeland Security to construct a border wall along the southern border of the United States.
It also imposes a two-year moratorium on funding for U.S. contributions to the United Nations (U.N.). During the two-year period, funds may not be authorized or otherwise made available for contributions to the U.N.
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Current Status of Bill HR 164
Bill HR 164 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 164 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 164's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Appropriations, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of January 9, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 164
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 164
Primary Policy Focus
Economics and Public FinancePotential Impact Areas
- Appropriations
- Border security and unlawful immigration
- Infrastructure development
- United Nations
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 164
Close Biden’s Open Border Act
Close Biden’s Open Border Act
To provide appropriations for a border wall and provide for a moratorium on certain other funding, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 164
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