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A bill to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to immediately initiate removal proceedings for aliens whose visas are revoked on security or related grounds.
2/7/2025, 11:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 486
Bill 119 s 486, also known as the "Visa Revocation Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to address national security concerns by requiring the Secretary of Homeland Security to promptly begin removal proceedings for foreign nationals whose visas have been revoked due to security or related reasons.
The bill specifically targets individuals who have had their visas revoked for reasons such as suspected terrorist activities, espionage, or other threats to national security. By mandating the immediate initiation of removal proceedings for these individuals, the bill seeks to prevent potential threats from remaining in the country.
If passed, the Visa Revocation Act would place the responsibility on the Secretary of Homeland Security to ensure that individuals whose visas have been revoked are promptly removed from the United States. This would involve coordinating with relevant agencies and authorities to facilitate the deportation process in a timely manner. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to strengthen national security measures and protect the country from potential threats posed by individuals with revoked visas. Critics, however, raise concerns about the potential impact on due process rights and the potential for abuse or discrimination in the removal process. Overall, Bill 119 s 486 represents a significant effort to address national security concerns by targeting individuals with revoked visas for security reasons. If enacted, the bill would require the Secretary of Homeland Security to take swift action to remove these individuals from the country, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the safety and security of the United States.
The bill specifically targets individuals who have had their visas revoked for reasons such as suspected terrorist activities, espionage, or other threats to national security. By mandating the immediate initiation of removal proceedings for these individuals, the bill seeks to prevent potential threats from remaining in the country.
If passed, the Visa Revocation Act would place the responsibility on the Secretary of Homeland Security to ensure that individuals whose visas have been revoked are promptly removed from the United States. This would involve coordinating with relevant agencies and authorities to facilitate the deportation process in a timely manner. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to strengthen national security measures and protect the country from potential threats posed by individuals with revoked visas. Critics, however, raise concerns about the potential impact on due process rights and the potential for abuse or discrimination in the removal process. Overall, Bill 119 s 486 represents a significant effort to address national security concerns by targeting individuals with revoked visas for security reasons. If enacted, the bill would require the Secretary of Homeland Security to take swift action to remove these individuals from the country, with the ultimate goal of enhancing the safety and security of the United States.
Congressional Summary of S 486
Mandatory Removal Proceedings Act
This bill requires the immediate initiation of removal proceedings against a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) whose visa is revoked on security and related grounds.
Current Status of Bill S 486
Bill S 486 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 6, 2025. Bill S 486 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on February 6, 2025. Bill S 486's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 6, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 486
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 486
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 486
A bill to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to immediately initiate removal proceedings for aliens whose visas are revoked on security or related grounds.
A bill to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to immediately initiate removal proceedings for aliens whose visas are revoked on security or related grounds.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 486
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