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Requesting the President, and directing the Secretary of Homeland Security, to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all documents in their possession referring or relating to certain aspects of border policies of the United States.

12/30/2022, 4:33 AM

Summary of Bill HRES 928

Bill 117 H.Res. 928, titled "Requesting the President, and directing the Secretary of Homeland Security, to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all documents in their possession referring or relating to certain aspects of border policies of the United States," is a resolution introduced in the US Congress.

The purpose of this resolution is to request the President and direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide the House of Representatives with copies of all documents in their possession that pertain to specific aspects of the border policies of the United States.

The resolution aims to increase transparency and accountability in the government's handling of border policies by ensuring that Congress has access to all relevant information. This includes documents related to the implementation, enforcement, and impact of border policies, as well as any communications or directives from the President or the Secretary of Homeland Security regarding these policies. By requesting these documents, Congress seeks to better understand the rationale behind current border policies, assess their effectiveness, and identify any potential areas for improvement. This resolution reflects Congress's oversight role in monitoring the actions of the executive branch and ensuring that policies are in line with the best interests of the American people. Overall, Bill 117 H.Res. 928 serves as a mechanism for promoting transparency and accountability in the government's border policies, and aims to facilitate informed decision-making by Congress on this critical issue.

Congressional Summary of HRES 928

This resolution requests the President and directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to transmit to the House of Representatives, no later than 14 days after the date of the adoption of this resolution, copies of certain documents and other materials, both classified and unclassified, in the possession of the President or DHS as of the date of adoption of this resolution that refer or relate to certain aspects on border policy, particularly along the southwestern border.

Current Status of Bill HRES 928

Bill HRES 928 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 15, 2022. Bill HRES 928 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 15, 2022.  Bill HRES 928's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security. as of February 15, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HRES 928

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
1
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
78
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
78
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HRES 928

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Potential Impact Areas

- Aviation and airports
- Border security and unlawful immigration
- Cardiovascular and respiratory health
- Child safety and welfare
- Congressional oversight
- Congressional-executive branch relations
- Criminal investigation, prosecution, interrogation
- Department of Homeland Security
- Diplomacy, foreign officials, Americans abroad
- Drug trafficking and controlled substances
- Emergency medical services and trauma care
- Family relationships
- Government information and archives
- Government studies and investigations
- Health promotion and preventive care
- Human trafficking
- Immunology and vaccination
- Infectious and parasitic diseases
- Intelligence activities, surveillance, classified information
- Latin America
- Medical tests and diagnostic methods
- Mexico
- Organized crime
- Roads and highways
- Smuggling and trafficking
- Transportation safety and security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HRES 928

Requesting the President, and directing the Secretary of Homeland Security, to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all documents in their possession referring or relating to certain aspects of border policies of the United States.
Requesting the President, and directing the Secretary of Homeland Security, to transmit to the House of Representatives copies of all documents in their possession referring or relating to certain aspects of border policies of the United States.

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