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H.R. 10045: Protect American Values Act

This bill would block federal money from being used to carry out a Department of Homeland Security rule called “Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility.” In practical terms, that means DHS could not use federal funds, including fees it collects, to implement, administer, enforce, or otherwise carry out that rule or related guidance.

What the bill says the rule does

The bill describes the DHS rule as one that could make it harder for some immigrants and their families to access food assistance, medical care, and housing. It also says the rule could create uncertainty for people applying to adjust to lawful permanent resident status.

Other statements in the bill

The bill includes a “sense of Congress” section stating that:

Immigrants and their families are an important part of the country.
The health and safety of immigrant families affects the broader community.
Public assistance programs can help families stay stable and self-sufficient.
The rule could have negative effects on state and local economies, health providers, and public health.
The rule is described as going beyond what Congress intended and as discouraging immigrants and their U.S. citizen family members from using services they are eligible for.

Bottom line

If enacted, the bill would not itself create a new immigration program or change eligibility for benefits directly. Instead, it would stop federal funding from being used to put this specific DHS public charge rule into effect, including any related instructions or guidance tied to it.