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Secure our Borders from the CCP Act of 2023

12/15/2023, 4:00 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4808

Bill 118 HR 4808, also known as the Secure our Borders from the CCP Act of 2023, aims to enhance border security measures in order to protect the United States from potential threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The bill includes provisions to increase funding for border security infrastructure, such as the construction of physical barriers and the deployment of advanced surveillance technology.

Additionally, the bill calls for the implementation of stricter screening procedures for individuals entering the country from China, as well as increased cooperation between US law enforcement agencies and their Chinese counterparts to combat illegal immigration and human trafficking. The bill also includes measures to strengthen cybersecurity defenses against potential cyber attacks originating from China.

Overall, the Secure our Borders from the CCP Act of 2023 seeks to bolster national security and protect American interests from potential threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party.

Congressional Summary of HR 4808

Secure our Borders from the CCP Act of 2023

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to deny an application for immigration benefits from certain individuals with connections to the Chinese government in certain instances, including if the applicant has made anti-capitalist public statements.

Specifically, this bill applies to any non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) who is applying for immigration status based on the individual's relationship with (1) an employer or institution of higher education that receives funding from the Chinese government or the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), or (2) an immediate family relation that is associated with the Chinese government or the CCP.

For an application from such an individual, DHS must review for certain factors, including whether the individual has (1) been employed by the CCP or the Chinese government, (2) received any grants from the CCP or the Chinese government, (3) made any anti-capitalist or anti-American public statements, or (4) received any payments or reimbursements from the CCP or the Chinese government. If DHS determines that any such factors apply to the individual, DHS must deny the individual's application for an immigration benefit.

If an individual lies on an application that is subject to review for these factors, that individual shall be subject to deportation and a fine of $5,000.

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Current Status of Bill HR 4808

Bill HR 4808 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 20, 2023. Bill HR 4808 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 20, 2023.  Bill HR 4808's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of July 20, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4808

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4808

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4808

Secure our Borders from the CCP Act of 2023
Secure our Borders from the CCP Act of 2023
To direct the Secretary of Homeland Security to evaluate certain factors for aliens who submit a state sponsored Chinese immigration application or have been employed by the Chinese Communist Party.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 4808

George Santos
George Santos
New YorkRepublican

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