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287(g) Program Protection Act
2/26/2025, 11:23 AM
Summary of Bill HR 756
Bill 119 HR 756, also known as the "Immigration and Nationality Act Amendment Act," aims to make changes to section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. This section allows for agreements between the federal government and state or local law enforcement agencies to enforce immigration laws.
The main goal of this bill is to clarify the original intent of Congress when creating section 287(g). It seeks to ensure that these agreements are being used in the manner that Congress intended, and to prevent any potential misuse or misinterpretation of the law.
In addition to clarifying congressional intent, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to immigration enforcement. These additional purposes are not specified in the summary, but may include measures to improve coordination between federal and local law enforcement agencies, enhance border security, or address other issues related to immigration policy. Overall, Bill 119 HR 756 is focused on ensuring that agreements under section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act are being implemented in a way that aligns with the original intent of Congress. It aims to provide clarity and guidance for how these agreements should be carried out, while also addressing other important aspects of immigration enforcement.
The main goal of this bill is to clarify the original intent of Congress when creating section 287(g). It seeks to ensure that these agreements are being used in the manner that Congress intended, and to prevent any potential misuse or misinterpretation of the law.
In addition to clarifying congressional intent, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to immigration enforcement. These additional purposes are not specified in the summary, but may include measures to improve coordination between federal and local law enforcement agencies, enhance border security, or address other issues related to immigration policy. Overall, Bill 119 HR 756 is focused on ensuring that agreements under section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act are being implemented in a way that aligns with the original intent of Congress. It aims to provide clarity and guidance for how these agreements should be carried out, while also addressing other important aspects of immigration enforcement.
Congressional Summary of HR 756
287(g) Program Protection Act
This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to allow qualified state and local law enforcement agencies to perform certain immigration enforcement activities if the agency requests such authority. DHS may refuse to grant the request only if there is a compelling reason.
Currently, DHS is authorized to grant such authority but is not required to do so.
DHS must annually report on (1) the performance of these enforcement activities, and (2) the plans to expand these activities to additional states and localities.
Current Status of Bill HR 756
Bill HR 756 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 28, 2025. Bill HR 756 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on January 28, 2025. Bill HR 756's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 28, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 756
Total Number of Sponsors
7Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
7Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
64Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
64Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 756
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 756
To amend section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify congressional intent with respect to agreements under such section, and for other purposes.
To amend section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act to clarify congressional intent with respect to agreements under such section, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 756
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