H.R. 318: Border Safety and Security Act of 2025
This bill, titled the Border Safety and Security Act of 2025, proposes several measures concerning the control of entry by non-citizens at the borders of the United States.
Suspension of Entry of Aliens
The bill grants the Secretary of Homeland Security the authority to suspend the entry of certain non-citizens, referred to as "covered aliens," at international land or maritime borders. This suspension can occur if the Secretary determines that such action is necessary to maintain effective control over the border.
Required Suspension Conditions
The bill mandates that the Secretary of Homeland Security must prohibit the entry of covered aliens during periods when:
- The Secretary cannot detain these covered aliens as required by existing immigration laws.
- The Secretary cannot place covered aliens in a required immigration program.
Enforcement by State Attorneys General
The bill allows state attorneys general or other authorized state officials to sue the Secretary of Homeland Security if they believe the Secretary has violated the provisions regarding the suspension of entry that impacts their state or its residents. Such actions would be taken in a U.S. district court to seek injunctive relief, which could temporarily stop or change the policies in question.
Definitions of Key Terms
Several terms are defined for clarity in this legislation:
- Covered Alien: An individual seeking entry to the U.S. who is inadmissible under specific provisions of immigration law.
- Operational Control: A concept defined in an earlier law that refers to the authority to effectively manage and oversee border security.
Implications
The bill seeks to enhance the powers of the Secretary of Homeland Security regarding border management and entry regulations, which could potentially impact the handling of non-citizens at U.S. borders and the enforcement of immigration laws.
Relevant Companies
- DAL - Delta Air Lines: Changes in immigration policies and border control measures could affect travel patterns, impacting airline operations and passenger volumes.
- UAL - United Airlines: Similar to Delta, United Airlines may see fluctuations in travel due to border entry restrictions which could affect their business operations.
- AAL - American Airlines: Travel restrictions could lead to reduced flights and operational changes impacting the airline’s profitability.
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TrackChip Roy
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TrackPat Fallon
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TrackScott Fitzgerald
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TrackRuss Fulcher
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TrackCraig Goldman
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TrackBrett Guthrie
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TrackHarriet M. Hageman
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TrackMark Harris
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TrackAndy Harris
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TrackDiana Harshbarger
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TrackClay Higgins
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TrackWesley Hunt
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TrackDarrell Issa
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TrackTrent Kelly
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TrackAnna Paulina Luna
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TrackMorgan Luttrell
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TrackAddison McDowell
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TrackMary E. Miller
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TrackBarry Moore
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TrackRalph Norman
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TrackAndrew Ogles
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TrackScott Perry
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TrackKeith Self
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TrackPete Sessions
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TrackPete Stauber
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TrackElise M. Stefanik
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TrackJefferson Van Drew
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TrackBeth Van Duyne
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TrackRandy K. Weber, Sr.
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TrackRoger Williams
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
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| Jan. 09, 2025 | Introduced in House |
| Jan. 09, 2025 | Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. |
| Jan. 09, 2025 | Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement. |
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