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Migrant Resettlement Transparency Act
12/30/2022, 9:29 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3659
Bill 117 HR 3659, also known as the Migrant Resettlement Transparency Act, aims to increase transparency and accountability in the process of resettling migrants in the United States. The bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to provide Congress with detailed reports on the number of migrants being resettled, their countries of origin, and the locations where they will be resettled.
Additionally, the bill mandates that the Department of Homeland Security must notify state and local governments at least 21 days before any migrants are resettled in their jurisdictions. This notification must include information on the number of migrants, their background checks, and any potential security risks.
The Migrant Resettlement Transparency Act also requires the Department of Homeland Security to conduct regular audits of the resettlement process to ensure compliance with all laws and regulations. These audits will be submitted to Congress for review. Overall, the goal of this bill is to provide greater transparency and oversight of the migrant resettlement process, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and involved in the process.
Additionally, the bill mandates that the Department of Homeland Security must notify state and local governments at least 21 days before any migrants are resettled in their jurisdictions. This notification must include information on the number of migrants, their background checks, and any potential security risks.
The Migrant Resettlement Transparency Act also requires the Department of Homeland Security to conduct regular audits of the resettlement process to ensure compliance with all laws and regulations. These audits will be submitted to Congress for review. Overall, the goal of this bill is to provide greater transparency and oversight of the migrant resettlement process, ensuring that all stakeholders are informed and involved in the process.
Congressional Summary of HR 3659
Migrant Resettlement Transparency Act
This bill requires the federal government to, before resettling, transporting, or relocating any aliens not in detention, consult with the affected state and local governments.
Specifically, the department taking the action, either the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) or the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), must consult with the affected state and local governments at least three days before the action.
HHS and DHS must also submit to Congress monthly state-specific reports about such actions.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3659
Bill HR 3659 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 1, 2021. Bill HR 3659 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on June 1, 2021. Bill HR 3659's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3659
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3659
Primary Policy Focus
ImmigrationPotential Impact Areas
- Border security and unlawful immigration
- Congressional oversight
- Family relationships
- Government information and archives
- Immigration status and procedures
- Intergovernmental relations
- Refugees, asylum, displaced persons
- State and local government operations
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3659
To require advance consultation with State and local officials and monthly reports to Congress regarding the resettlement, transportation, and relocation of aliens in the United States.
Migrant Resettlement Transparency Act
Migrant Resettlement Transparency Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3659
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