Terrorist Deportation Act of 2023

House Bill 778 - Terrorist Deportation Act of 2023: Overview, Status, and Impact

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Explore the details of House Bill 778 Terrorist Deportation Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/18/2024, 8:48 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 778

Terrorist Deportation Act of 2023

This bill establishes that non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) identified in the terrorist screening database, except for lawful permanent residents, shall be deportable and inadmissible into the United States.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) may temporarily waive the inadmissibility of such an individual if it is in the national security interests of the United States. DHS shall grant such a waiver only with the unanimous concurrence of the Department of Justice, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, and the Department of State.

An individual identified in the terrorist screening database shall be ineligible for various immigration benefits, including asylum, withholding or cancellation of removal, voluntary departure, or adjustment of status.

DHS shall determine on an expedited basis whether to remove an individual identified in the terrorist screening database, if the individual has not received a waiver and does not have lawful permanent residence status. The individual shall be entitled to various protections, including the right to be represented by counsel (at no cost to the government) and judicial review.

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Current Status of Bill HR 778

Bill HR 778 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 2, 2023. Bill HR 778 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 2, 2023. Bill HR 778's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 2, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 778

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 778

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Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 778

Terrorist Deportation Act of 2023

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to facilitate the removal of aliens identified in the terrorist screening database, and for other purposes.