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Local Control Act

12/30/2022, 3:33 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6378

The Local Control Act, also known as Bill 117 hr 6378, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to give more control to local governments and communities over certain aspects of their governance.

Specifically, the Local Control Act aims to decentralize decision-making power from the federal government and give more authority to local officials. This includes areas such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure. The bill seeks to empower local leaders to make decisions that are more tailored to the specific needs and preferences of their communities.

Proponents of the Local Control Act argue that it will lead to more efficient and effective governance, as local officials are often more in tune with the needs of their constituents. They believe that by decentralizing power, communities will have more say in how their tax dollars are spent and how policies are implemented. Opponents of the bill, however, raise concerns about potential inconsistencies in governance across different regions and the possibility of unequal access to resources and services. They argue that a more centralized approach is necessary to ensure fairness and consistency in policy implementation. Overall, the Local Control Act is a complex piece of legislation that seeks to shift power dynamics in governance towards local authorities. Its impact, if passed, could have far-reaching implications for how decisions are made and policies are implemented at the local level.

Congressional Summary of HR 6378

Local Control Act

This bill imposes requirements on the placement in a state of a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) without lawful immigration status.

Specifically, before such an individual may be settled in, housed in, or transported to a state or political subdivision within a state, the Department of Homeland Security must notify the office of the governor of that state and the office of the chief executive of the political subdivision. No federal funds may be used for the proposed settling, housing, or transporting if (1) the state governor's office does not approve of the action, or (2) the political subdivision in question has a law or resolution prohibiting or disapproving of such an action.

These requirements shall not apply to the use of federal funds to transport or detain such an individual for civil or criminal law enforcement purposes.

Current Status of Bill HR 6378

Bill HR 6378 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 12, 2022. Bill HR 6378 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on January 12, 2022.  Bill HR 6378's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6378

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
2
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6378

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6378

Local Control Act
Local Control Act
To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to notify the Governor of a State prior to the date on which any alien without lawful status under the immigration laws is transported to, housed in, or resettled in such State, and for other purposes.

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