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No Fly for Illegals Act
12/31/2022, 5:05 AM
Summary of Bill HR 4630
Bill 117 HR 4630, also known as the No Fly for Illegals Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to prevent individuals who are in the United States illegally from boarding commercial flights within the country.
If passed, the No Fly for Illegals Act would require airlines to cross-reference their passenger lists with the Department of Homeland Security's database of known illegal immigrants. If a match is found, the individual would be prohibited from boarding the flight.
Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary for national security reasons, as allowing illegal immigrants to fly within the country could pose a threat to public safety. They also believe that it is important to enforce immigration laws and prevent those who are in the country illegally from freely traveling around the country. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it unfairly targets a specific group of people and could lead to racial profiling and discrimination. They also argue that it is unnecessary, as there are already measures in place to prevent individuals who are in the country illegally from traveling internationally. Overall, the No Fly for Illegals Act is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about immigration policy and national security. It remains to be seen whether or not it will be passed by Congress and signed into law.
If passed, the No Fly for Illegals Act would require airlines to cross-reference their passenger lists with the Department of Homeland Security's database of known illegal immigrants. If a match is found, the individual would be prohibited from boarding the flight.
Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary for national security reasons, as allowing illegal immigrants to fly within the country could pose a threat to public safety. They also believe that it is important to enforce immigration laws and prevent those who are in the country illegally from freely traveling around the country. Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it unfairly targets a specific group of people and could lead to racial profiling and discrimination. They also argue that it is unnecessary, as there are already measures in place to prevent individuals who are in the country illegally from traveling internationally. Overall, the No Fly for Illegals Act is a controversial piece of legislation that raises important questions about immigration policy and national security. It remains to be seen whether or not it will be passed by Congress and signed into law.
Congressional Summary of HR 4630
No Fly for Illegals Act
This bill limits using federal funds to compensate an airline for transporting an alien who is not lawfully present in the United States.
Specifically, federal funds may not be used to compensate an airline for such an individual's entry into the United States or for relocation within the United States unless the transportation is to remove the individual from the United States or to protect the individual from an imminent threat to life or physical safety.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4630
Bill HR 4630 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 22, 2021. Bill HR 4630 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on July 22, 2021. Bill HR 4630's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4630
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4630
Primary Policy Focus
ImmigrationPotential Impact Areas
- Aviation and airports
- Border security and unlawful immigration
- Immigration status and procedures
- Transportation costs
- Transportation programs funding
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4630
To prohibit the use of Federal funds for the airfare of aliens unlawfully present in the United States, and for other purposes.
No Fly for Illegals Act
No Fly for Illegals Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4630
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