To amend title 28, United States Code, to provide that the United States district court for the District of Columbia shall have exclusive jurisdiction over actions arising under the immigration laws, and for other purposes.

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Congressional Summary of HR 85

This bill grants exclusive jurisdiction to the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia over (1) cases arising under immigration laws, or (2) claims by foreign nationals challenging an order of removal or another action authorized under the Immigration and Nationality Act.

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Current Status of Bill HR 85

Bill HR 85 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 9, 2023. Bill HR 85 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on January 9, 2023. Bill HR 85's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 85

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 85

Primary Policy Focus

Law

Potential Impact Areas

- District of Columbia

- Federal district courts

- Immigration status and procedures

- Jurisdiction and venue

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 85

To amend title 28, United States Code, to provide that the United States district court for the District of Columbia shall have exclusive jurisdiction over actions arising under the immigration laws, and for other purposes.