Congressman Keith Self introduced a bill prohibiting illegal aliens from accessing U.S. banking services, requiring citizenship verification.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressman Self introduces banking legislation: Congressman Keith Self of Texas has introduced a bill, the Know Your American Customer Act, that serves as the House companion to Senator Tom Cotton's similar legislation aimed at prohibiting illegal aliens from accessing the American banking system. The bill requires banks to verify citizenship or lawful presence before allowing individuals to open accounts.
Key provisions of the bill: The proposed legislation mandates that banks and credit unions must only open or maintain accounts for individuals who can provide appropriate proof of lawful presence, such as a U.S. passport or other federal documentation. It also outlines penalties for individuals who knowingly operate accounts while illegally present and offers protections for financial institutions making compliance efforts.
Legislators' statements: Congressman Self stated, "Access to America’s financial system is reserved for those who respect our laws," emphasizing the need for accountability. Senator Cotton echoed similar sentiments, asserting that the banking system should be a privilege reserved for those who adhere to U.S. laws and sovereignty.
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Keith Self Fundraising
Keith Self recently disclosed $44.7K of fundraising in a Pre-Primary FEC disclosure filed on February 17th, 2026. This was the 205th most from all Pre-Primary reports we have seen this year. 66.3% came from individual donors.
Self disclosed $83.7K of spending. This was the 218th most from all Pre-Primary reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Self disclosed $255.1K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 185th most from all Pre-Primary reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Keith Self's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Keith Self Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Keith Self:
- H.R.8769: To amend title 10, United States Code, to define the purpose, role, duties, and professional qualification requirements for chaplains in the Armed Forces, and for other purposes.
- H.R.8768: CHARGE Act
- H.R.8767: To amend the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 to wind down the Filipino Veterans Equity Compensation Fund.
- H.R.8668: State Department Recurring Reports Repeal and Sunset Act of 2026
- H.R.8634: Consanguineous Marriage Prohibition Act of 2026
- H.R.8353: FAITH Act
You can track bills proposed by Keith Self on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Self.
