To immediately resume construction of the border wall system along the international border between the United States and Mexico to secure the border, enforce the rule of law, and expend appropriated funds as mandated by Congress, and for other purposes.

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Summary of Bill HR 163

Bill 119 hr 163, also known as the "Border Wall Construction Resumption Act," aims to restart the construction of the border wall system along the US-Mexico border. The primary goals of this bill are to enhance border security, uphold the rule of law, and utilize funds allocated by Congress for this specific purpose.

The bill emphasizes the importance of securing the border to prevent illegal immigration, drug trafficking, and other criminal activities. It also highlights the need to enforce existing laws and regulations related to immigration and border control.

Additionally, the bill seeks to ensure that the funds designated for border wall construction are used as intended by Congress. This includes proper allocation and oversight of financial resources to effectively carry out the construction and maintenance of the border wall system. Overall, Bill 119 hr 163 is focused on strengthening border security, upholding the rule of law, and utilizing appropriated funds in a responsible and efficient manner.

Congressional Summary of HR 163

Finish the Wall Act

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to resume activities related to the construction of a barrier system along the U.S.-Mexico border and addresses other border-related issues.

DHS must resume all such construction activities that were planned or underway prior to January 20, 2021. DHS must also expend all funds appropriated or explicitly obligated since October 1, 2016, for construction of this barrier system. DHS may not cancel contracts for activities related to such construction entered into on or before January 20, 2021.

Furthermore, within 14 days of this bill's enactment, DHS must certify to Congress that U.S. Customs and Border Protection facilities that process adults taken into custody at the border are fully compliant with certain laws related to the collection of DNA. (Among other things, these laws allow for the collection of DNA samples from non-U.S. persons detained under U.S. authority.)

Current Status of Bill HR 163

Bill HR 163 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 3, 2025. Bill HR 163 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 3, 2025. Bill HR 163's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement. as of January 3, 2025