BITMAP Authorization Act

Hozzl · 2026-04-22T19:07:31Z

Explore the details of House Bill 8253 BITMAP Authorization Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

4/22/2026, 7:07 PM

Summary of Bill HR 8253

The bill titled "To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish in the Department of Homeland Security the Biometric Identification Transnational Migration Alert Program, and for other purposes" was introduced in the 119th Congress on April 13, 2026.

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Current Status of Bill HR 8253

Bill HR 8253 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 13, 2026. Bill HR 8253 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 13, 2026. Bill HR 8253's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security. as of April 13, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 8253

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Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 8253

To amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to establish in the Department of Homeland Security the Biometric Identification Transnational Migration Alert Program, and for other purposes.