HR. 116In Committee
Stopping Border Surges Act
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Tightens immigration rules for unaccompanied children and asylum seekers by expanding repatriation, raising screening standards, and restricting asylum benefits
Key points
- Require repatriation of certain children
- Require DHS sponsor information sharing
- Modify credible fear interview standards
- Extend asylum work permit waiting period
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-03 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, 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.
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