A bill to impose a fee on certain remittance transfers to fund border security.
1/24/2024, 10:30 PMSummary of Bill S 3516
Bill 118 s 3516, also known as the "Remittance Transfer Fee for Border Security Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to impose a fee on certain remittance transfers in order to fund border security measures.The bill specifically targets remittance transfers, which are money transfers made by individuals living in the United States to family members or others in foreign countries. The fee would be applied to these transfers in order to generate revenue that would be used to enhance security along the US-Mexico border.
Supporters of the bill argue that imposing a fee on remittance transfers is a fair way to fund border security, as it places the financial burden on those who are benefiting from the security measures. They also believe that the revenue generated from the fees would help to strengthen border security and protect the country from threats such as illegal immigration and drug trafficking. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that imposing a fee on remittance transfers could have negative consequences for individuals who rely on these transfers for essential financial support. They also question the effectiveness of using remittance fees as a funding mechanism for border security, and argue that alternative funding sources should be considered. Overall, Bill 118 s 3516 is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about the balance between border security and individual financial burdens. It will be important for lawmakers to carefully consider the potential impacts of this bill before making a decision on its passage.
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Current Status of Bill S 3516
Bill S 3516 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since December 14, 2023. Bill S 3516 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on December 14, 2023. Bill S 3516's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of December 14, 2023Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3516
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3516
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