Fund Schools, Not ICE Act

Hozzl · 2026-08-12T08:12:00Z

Explore the details of House Bill 9659 Fund Schools, Not ICE Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

8/12/2026, 8:12 AM

Summary of Bill HR 9659

This bill, designated as H.R. 9659 in the 119th Congress and introduced on July 13, 2026, aims to transfer unobligated funds allocated to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement under the Secure America Act to the Department of Education for implementing programs specified in part A of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965.

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Current Status of Bill HR 9659

Bill HR 9659 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 13, 2026. Bill HR 9659 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on July 13, 2026. Bill HR 9659's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement. as of July 14, 2026

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 9659

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9659

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Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9659

To transfer certain unobligated funds appropriated to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement under the Secure America Act to the Department of Education to carry out programs under part A of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, and for other purposes.