S. 4814 • June 17, 2026
A bill to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to designate Haiti for temporary protected status.
No official summary yet.
27 out of 141 actions aligned with America First Foundation positions.
Total Score
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Immigration
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Foreign Policy
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Trade
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Bills That Affected This Grade
S. 4800 • June 16, 2026
Land of the Free Act of 2026
No official summary yet.
S. 2 • June 5, 2026
Secure America Act
This act provides $70 billion in funding to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) through FY2029 for immigration enforcement, border security, and related activities.
S. 4389 • Apr. 27, 2026
HELP Separated Children Act
No official summary yet.
S. 4364 • Apr. 21, 2026
Speedy Tariff Refund Act of 2026
No official summary yet.
S.J.Res. 161 • Apr. 13, 2026
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.
S. 4243 • Mar. 26, 2026
No Nuclear Weapons for Saudi Arabia Act of 2026
No official summary yet.
S. 4142 • Mar. 19, 2026
SHIELD Act
No official summary yet.
S. 4038 • Mar. 10, 2026
Small Business Liberation 2.0 Act
No official summary yet.
S.J.Res. 104 • Mar. 4, 2026
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against the Islamic Republic of Iran that have not been authorized by Congress.
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Iran unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.
S. 3905 • Feb. 24, 2026
Tariff Refund Act of 2026
No official summary yet.
S. 3779 • Feb. 4, 2026
ICE Out of Our Faces Act
No official summary yet.
S. 3702 • Jan. 27, 2026
Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act
No official summary yet.
S.J.Res. 98 • Jan. 14, 2026
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.
S. 3322 • Jan. 7, 2026
Upholding Protections for Unaccompanied Children Act of 2025
No official summary yet.
S. 3568 • Dec. 18, 2025
Naturalization and Oath Ceremony Protection Act
No official summary yet.
S. 3535 • Dec. 17, 2025
GRACE Act
No official summary yet.
S. 3508 • Dec. 16, 2025
ARMAS Act of 2025
No official summary yet.
S. 3344 • Dec. 4, 2025
Prohibiting Unauthorized Military Action in Venezuela Act of 2025
No official summary yet.
S. 3326 • Dec. 3, 2025
Temporary Immigration Judge Integrity Act
No official summary yet.
S. 3146 • Nov. 6, 2025
Restoring Access for Detainees Act
No official summary yet.
S.J.Res. 90 • Nov. 6, 2025
A joint resolution to direct the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities within or against Venezuela that have not been authorized by Congress.
This joint resolution directs the President to terminate the use of U.S. Armed Forces for hostilities within or against Venezuela unless a declaration of war or authorization to use military force for such purpose has been enacted.
S.J.Res. 88 • Oct. 30, 2025
A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose global tariffs.
This joint resolution terminates the national emergency declared by President Donald J. Trump on April 2, 2025, which imposed a 10% tariff on most imports to the United States and additional duties on specified trading partners.
S.J.Res. 81 • Oct. 28, 2025
A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Brazil.
This joint resolution terminates the national emergency that was declared by President Donald J. Trump in an executive order on July 30, 2025, that also imposed an additional 40% tariff on certain imports from Brazil based on the emergency declaration.
S. 2728 • Sept. 4, 2025
No Foreign Fundraising at United States Embassies Act
No official summary yet.
S. 2667 • Aug. 1, 2025
West Bank Violence Prevention Act of 2025
No official summary yet.
S. 2468 • July 28, 2025
Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929
No official summary yet.
S. 2383 • July 22, 2025
CANADA Act
Creating Access to Necessary American-Canadian Duty Adjustments Act or the CANADA Act This bill exempts goods imported by or for the use of small business concerns from duties (i.e., tariffs) imposed under Executive Order 14193 . This executive order, issued by President Donald J.
S. 2350 • July 17, 2025
Protect DREAMer Confidentiality Act of 2025
No official summary yet.
S. 2231 • July 9, 2025
GLOBE Act of 2025
No official summary yet.
S. 2212 • July 8, 2025
VISIBLE Act
No official summary yet.
S. 2106 • June 18, 2025
SECURE Act
Safe Environment from Countries Under Repression and Emergency Act or the SECURE Act This bill allows qualified nationals of a country that has or had a temporary protected status designation (certain countries in which nationals experience conflict or other unsafe conditions) to obtain lawful permanent residence (sometimes referred to as a green card ).
S. 2087 • June 17, 2025
No War Against Iran Act
No official summary yet.
S. 1449 • Apr. 10, 2025
Trade Adjustment Assistance Reauthorization Act of 2025
No official summary yet.
S. 1297 • Apr. 3, 2025
Fair Day in Court for Kids Act of 2025
This bill provides legal protections for a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) who is detained or subject to immigration-related proceedings. The Department of Justice (DOJ), or the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in a case involving an unaccompanied child, may appoint or provide counsel at the government's expense to non-U.S.
S.J.Res. 37 • Apr. 2, 2025
A joint resolution terminating the national emergency declared to impose duties on articles imported from Canada.
This joint resolution terminates the national emergency declared by President Donald J. Trump on February 1, 2025, which imposed an additional 25% tariff on most imports from Canada (except for Canadian energy or energy resources, which have an additional 10% tariff).
S. 646 • Feb. 20, 2025
Born in the USA Act
No official summary yet.
S. 455 • Feb. 6, 2025
Protecting Sensitive Locations Act
This bill prohibits immigration enforcement actions within 1,000 feet of a sensitive location except in exigent circumstances, such as the imminent risk of death, violence, or physical harm to any person.
S. 491 • Feb. 6, 2025
Foreign Assistance Accountability and Oversight Act
No official summary yet.
S. 391 • Feb. 4, 2025
Access to Counsel Act of 2025
This bill provides various protections for covered individuals subject to secondary or deferred inspections when seeking admission into the United States. Covered individuals include U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, non-U.S. nationals ( aliens under federal law) in possession of a visa, returning asylees, and refugees.
S. 398 • Feb. 4, 2025
NO BAN Act
National Origin-Based Antidiscrimination for Nonimmigrants Act or the NO BAN Act This bill imposes limitations on the President's authority to suspend or restrict aliens from entering the United States.
S. 193 • Jan. 22, 2025
Neighbors Not Enemies Act
This bill repeals provisions authorizing the President to apprehend and remove from the United States the citizens of a particular nation, if the United States has declared war against that nation or that nation has threatened an invasion against the United States.
S. 5 • Jan. 20, 2025
Laken Riley Act
This act requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to detain certain non-U.S. nationals ( aliens under federal law) who have been arrested for burglary, theft, larceny, shoplifting, assault of a law enforcement officer, or any crime that results in death or serious bodily injury to another person.
S. 5587 • Dec. 18, 2024
Family Reunification Task Force Act
No official summary yet.
S. 288 • Sept. 23, 2024
End Tuberculosis Now Act of 2024
End Tuberculosis Now Act of 2023 This bill authorizes actions, including the provision of international assistance, to combat tuberculosis. The President may provide international assistance to prevent, treat, control, and eliminate tuberculosis. The President must also establish goals for U.S.
S. 4961 • Aug. 1, 2024
NO BAN Act
No official summary yet.
S. 4861 • July 30, 2024
Destination Reception Assistance Act
No official summary yet.
S. 4647 • July 9, 2024
ARMAS Act of 2024
No official summary yet.
S. 4582 • June 18, 2024
Trade Adjustment Assistance Reauthorization Act of 2024
No official summary yet.
S. 4393 • May 22, 2024
Children’s Safe Welcome Act of 2024
No official summary yet.
S. 4185 • Apr. 18, 2024
Green Climate Fund Authorization Act of 2024
No official summary yet.
S. 1271 • Apr. 9, 2024
FEND Off Fentanyl Act
Fentanyl Eradication and Narcotics Deterrence Off Fentanyl Act or the FEND Off Fentanyl Act This bill requires or authorizes various actions, including sanctions, targeting foreign persons (individuals and entities) engaged in trafficking of fentanyl and other illicit opioids.
S. 3987 • Mar. 20, 2024
Stateless Protection Act of 2024
No official summary yet.
S. 3705 • Jan. 31, 2024
Human Rights Defenders Protection Act of 2024
No official summary yet.
S. 3714 • Jan. 31, 2024
GRACE Act
No official summary yet.
S. 3065 • Oct. 17, 2023
Fair Day in Court for Kids Act of 2023
No official summary yet.
S. 2585 • July 27, 2023
National Office of New Americans Act
This bill establishes the National Office of New Americans (NONA) within the Executive Office of the President to promote and support the integration of immigrants and refugees into the social, cultural, economic, and civic life of the United States. The NONA shall also establish the Federal Initiative on New Americans.
S. 2606 • July 27, 2023
Renewing Immigration Provisions of the Immigration Act of 1929
This bill expands eligibility for a program that authorizes the Department of Homeland Security to, at its discretion, provide lawful permanent resident status to certain long-term residents of the United States, including individuals who are unlawfully present.
S. 2331 • July 18, 2023
Cambodia Democracy and Human Rights Act of 2023
No official summary yet.
S. 1727 • June 13, 2023
SECURE Act
Safe Environment from Countries Under Repression and Emergency Act or the SECURE Act This bill allows qualified nationals of a country that has or had a temporary protected status designation to obtain lawful permanent residence (sometimes referred to as a green card ).
S. 1960 • June 13, 2023
Global Respect Act of 2023
No official summary yet.
S. 1924 • June 12, 2023
GLOBE Act of 2023
No official summary yet.
S. 1747 • May 18, 2023
Neighbors Not Enemies Act
This bill repeals provisions authorizing the President to apprehend and remove from the United States the citizens of a particular nation, if the United States has declared war against that nation or that nation has threatened an invasion against the United States.
S.J.Res. 18 • May 17, 2023
A joint resolution disapproving of the rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security relating to "Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility".
This joint resolution nullifies the final rule submitted by the Department of Homeland Security titled Public Charge Ground of Inadmissibility and published on September 9, 2022. The 2022 final rule nullified an August 14, 2019, final rule. The 2019 final rule made it more likely that a non-U.S.
S. 396 • May 4, 2023
Haiti Criminal Collusion Transparency Act of 2023
This bill requires the Department of State to provide an annual report to Congress on ties between criminal gangs and political and economic elites in Haiti. The bill also requires the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on certain individuals identified in the report if appropriate under U.S. law.
H.J.Res. 39 • May 3, 2023
Disapproving the rule submitted by the Department of Commerce relating to "Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414".
This joint resolution nullifies the final rule submitted by the Department of Commerce titled Procedures Covering Suspension of Liquidation, Duties and Estimated Duties in Accord With Presidential Proclamation 10414 and published on September 16, 2022.
S. 1392 • May 1, 2023
Citizenship for Essential Workers Act
This bill establishes a mechanism for eligible non-U.S. nationals ( aliens under federal law) who worked as essential workers during the declared COVID-19 public health emergency to apply for and obtain lawful permanent resident status (sometimes referred to as a green card). The bill also narrows certain grounds for deportability and inadmissibility.
S. 1343 • Apr. 27, 2023
Fair Adjudications for Immigrants Act
This bill narrows the scope of certain crime-based grounds for barring or removing a non-U.S. national ( alien under federal law) from the United States. (Generally, a conviction for certain crimes, such as a crime that carries a term of incarceration of a certain length, may constitute grounds for denying an individual certain immigration benefits.)
S. 1208 • Apr. 19, 2023
Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act of 2023
This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish standards for facilities holding non-U.S. nationals ( aliens under federal law) in its custody, phases out using non-DHS facilities for such purposes, and addresses related issues. The standards must comply with the American Bar Association's Civil Immigration Detention Standards.
S. 1187 • Apr. 18, 2023
Fairness to Freedom Act of 2023
This bill establishes a right to legal representation in certain immigration proceedings (e.g., removal and immigration bond hearings) at the government's expense for individuals who cannot afford representation. The bill also establishes various entities to facilitate such legal representation.
S. 1098 • Mar. 30, 2023
Global Health, Empowerment and Rights Act
This bill establishes that a foreign nongovernmental organization shall not be disqualified from receiving certain U.S. international development assistance solely because the organization provides medical services using non-U.S.
S. 316 • Mar. 29, 2023
A bill to repeal the authorizations for use of military force against Iraq.
This bill repeals specified authorizations for the use of military force against Iraq.
S. 1007 • Mar. 28, 2023
International Human Rights Defense Act of 2023
This bill establishes in the Department of State a permanent Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or intersex) Peoples who shall serve as the principal State Department advisor regarding human rights for LGBTQI+ people and represent the United States in diplomatic matters relevant to the human rights of…
S. 883 • Mar. 21, 2023
New Deal for New Americans Act of 2023
This bill provides assistance to immigrants, including refugees, and addresses issues related to naturalization. The bill establishes the National Office of New Americans to (1) welcome and support immigrants, (2) promote and support immigrant integration, and (3) promote the pursuit of U.S. citizenship among immigrants.
S. 767 • Mar. 9, 2023
MINDS Act
Mental Health in International Development and Humanitarian Settings Act or the MINDS Act This bill authorizes and requires certain actions by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to integrate mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) activities across U.S. development and foreign assistance programs.
S. 342 • Feb. 9, 2023
Access to Counsel Act of 2023
This bill provides various protections for covered individuals subject to secondary or deferred inspections when seeking admission into the United States. Covered individuals include U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, non-U.S. nationals ( aliens under federal law) in possession of a visa, returning asylees, and refugees.
S. 5055 • Sept. 29, 2022
Veteran Service Recognition Act of 2022
This bill addresses immigration-related issues pertaining to noncitizen (or non-U.S. national) military veterans, including by authorizing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to provide lawful permanent resident status to a veteran subject to removal.
S. 4649 • July 27, 2022
Global Food Security Reauthorization Act of 2022
This bill reauthorizes through FY2028 activities to implement the Global Food Security Strategy, a whole-of-government strategy to promote global food security, resilience, and nutrition. The bill also modifies aspects of the strategy, such as requiring the strategy to seek to improve the efficiency and resilience of agricultural production.
S. 3052 • July 21, 2022
Cambodia Democracy and Human Rights Act of 2022
This bill directs the President to impose sanctions on foreign persons (i.e., entities and individuals) responsible for acts to undermine democracy in Cambodia, including acts that constitute serious human rights violations and acts to support the establishment of facilities in Cambodia that could be used by China's military.
S.J.Res. 56 • July 14, 2022
A joint resolution directing the removal of United States Armed Forces from hostilities in the Republic of Yemen that have not been authorized by Congress.
This joint resolution directs the President to remove U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against the Houthis in Yemen within 30 days of the enactment of this joint resolution unless Congress authorizes a later withdrawal date, issues a declaration of war, or specifically authorizes the use of the Armed Forces.
S. 4529 • July 13, 2022
Children’s Safe Welcome Act of 2022
Children's Safe Welcome Act of 2022 This bill imposes requirements related to the treatment of noncitizen children detained in immigration custody.
H.R. 6968 • Apr. 7, 2022
Ending Importation of Russian Oil Act
This bill prohibits the importation of energy products from Russia. Specifically, the bill prohibits the importation of Russian products that are classified under chapter 27 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (which includes mineral fuels, mineral oils and products of their distillation, bituminous substances, and mineral waxes).
H.R. 7108 • Apr. 7, 2022
Suspending Normal Trade Relations with Russia and Belarus Act
This bill suspends normal trade relations with Russia and Belarus. It also permanently authorizes the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions based on violations of human rights. Specifically, the bill authorizes the President to proclaim increases in the rates of duty applicable to products of Russia or Belarus.
S. 3690 • Feb. 17, 2022
Neighbors Not Enemies Act
This bill repeals provisions authorizing the President to apprehend and remove from the United States the citizens of a particular nation, if the United States has declared war against that nation or that nation has threatened an invasion against the United States.
S. 1201 • Dec. 15, 2021
United States Climate Leadership in International Mitigation, Adaptation, and Technology Enhancement Act of 2021
This bill sets out priorities for climate action, clean energy, energy diplomacy, reduced deforestation, and related U.S. foreign policy. The Department of State must incorporate climate action and climate diplomacy across all bureaus and U.S. missions abroad. In addition, the bill directs increased U.S.
S.J.Res. 31 • Dec. 7, 2021
A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval of the proposed foreign military sale to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia of certain defense articles.
This joint resolution prohibits the proposed foreign military sale of specified defense articles to Saudi Arabia.
S. 3212 • Nov. 15, 2021
Veteran Deportation Prevention and Reform Act
This bill limits the deportation of noncitizen veterans and addresses related issues. No federal agency may initiate removal proceedings without asking the individual facing removal whether the individual is a member of the Armed Forces, a veteran, or a spouse, parent, or minor child of such an individual.
S. 3108 • Oct. 28, 2021
Fair Day in Court for Kids Act of 2021
This bill provides legal protections for a noncitizen (i.e., an individual referred to as an alien in federal law) who is detained or subject to immigration-related proceedings.
S. 3090 • Oct. 27, 2021
A bill to address the participation of Taiwan in the Inter-American Development Bank.
This bill authorizes the Department of State to initiate a U.S. plan to endorse Taiwan's membership in the Inter-American Development Bank as a nonborrowing member. (The bank's nonborrowing members, such as the United States, provide capital and have voting representation in the bank's board of governors and board of executive directors.)
S. 3068 • Oct. 26, 2021
Taiwan ASSURE Act
Taiwan Actions Supporting Security by Undertaking Regular Engagements Act or the Taiwan ASSURE Act This bill authorizes activities pertaining to Taiwan and requires reports on related topics.
S. 2954 • Oct. 7, 2021
Fair Adjudications for Immigrants Act
This bill narrows the scope of certain crime-based grounds for barring or removing an alien from the United States. (Generally, a conviction for certain crimes, such as a crime that carries a term of incarceration of a certain length, may constitute grounds for denying an individual certain immigration benefits.)
S. 2956 • Oct. 7, 2021
Global Malnutrition Prevention and Treatment Act of 2021
This bill sets out programs and otherwise directs the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to carry out activities to prevent and treat malnutrition globally.
S. 2957 • Oct. 7, 2021
Protecting Data at the Border Act
This bill limits government access to digital information at the border. A governmental entity may not (1) access the digital contents of electronic equipment of a U.S.
S. 2950 • Oct. 6, 2021
FOREST Act of 2021
Fostering Overseas Rule of law and Environmentally Sound Trade Act of 2021 or the FOREST Act of 2021 This bill restricts certain commodities produced on illegally deforested land from accessing the U.S. market.
S. 2937 • Oct. 5, 2021
BURMA Act of 2021
Burma Unified through Rigorous Military Accountability Act of 2021 or the BURMA Act of 2021 This bill imposes sanctions pertaining to Burma (Myanmar) and addresses related issues.
S. 2795 • Sept. 22, 2021
Alternatives to Detention Act of 2021
This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish programs that are alternatives to detention for immigration enforcement and addresses related issues.
S.J.Res. 10 • Aug. 4, 2021
A joint resolution to repeal the authorizations for use of military force against Iraq, and for other purposes.
This joint resolution repeals specified authorizations for the use of military force against Iraq.
S. 2391 • July 20, 2021
National Security Powers Act of 2021
This bill limits presidential authorities related to, and increases congressional oversight of, introducing U.S. armed forces into hostilities, arms transactions, and national emergencies. The bill limits presidential authority to introduce U.S.
S. 2403 • July 20, 2021
Turkey Human Rights Promotion Act of 2021
This bill directs the Department of State to provide assistance to civil society organizations in Turkey that (1) work to secure the release of prisoners of conscience and political prisoners in Turkey, or (2) provide support and post-incarceration assistance for such prisoners.
S. 65 • July 16, 2021
Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act
This bill imposes importation limits on goods produced using forced labor in China, especially the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, and imposes sanctions related to such forced labor. The Department of Homeland Security shall report to Congress a strategy for preventing the importation of goods produced in China using forced labor.
S. 2128 • June 17, 2021
Stop Shackling and Detaining Pregnant Women Act
This bill prohibits the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) from detaining an individual during pregnancy or postpartum recovery and addresses related issues. DHS must immediately release any detainee found to be pregnant, unless the detainee presents an immediate and serious threat of hurting themselves or others.
S. 2019 • June 10, 2021
HALT Act of 2021
Hastening Arms Limitations Talks Act of 2021 or the HALT Act of 2021 This bill prohibits the obligation or expenditure of funds to conduct an explosive nuclear weapons test that produces yield unless (1) the President details any change to the condition of the U.S.
S. 1996 • June 9, 2021
Greater Leadership Overseas for the Benefit of Equality Act of 2021
or the GLOBE Act of 2021 This bill contains provisions related to (1) the protection of LGBTQI individuals globally; and (2) immigration protections for vulnerable individuals.
S. 1976 • June 8, 2021
Nullifying Opportunities for Variants to Infect and Decimate Act
or the NOVID Act This bill establishes the Pandemic Preparedness and Response Program to coordinate and carry out the U.S. government's global health response to COVID-19, its variants, and other pathogens with pandemic potential.
S. 1891 • May 27, 2021
NO BAN Act
National Origin-Based Antidiscrimination for Nonimmigrants Act or the NO BAN Act This bill imposes limitations on the President's authority to suspend or restrict aliens from entering the United States.
S. 1912 • May 27, 2021
Access to Counsel Act of 2021
This bill provides various protections for covered individuals subject to secondary or deferred inspections when seeking admission into the United States. Covered individuals include U.S. nationals, lawful permanent residents, aliens in possession of a visa, returning asylees, and refugees.
S. 1642 • May 13, 2021
Protect Women's and Girls’ Rights in Afghanistan Act of 2021
Protect Women's and Girls' Rights in Afghanistan Act of 2021 This bill requires the Department of State to periodically report to Congress on the conditions of women and girls in Afghan civil society following the departure of U.S. and NATO forces.
S. 1591 • May 12, 2021
TRAP Act of 2021
Transnational Repression Accountability and Prevention Act of 2021 or the TRAP Act of 2021 This bill establishes requirements related to U.S. cooperation with International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) communications. No U.S.
S. 747 • May 12, 2021
Citizenship for Essential Workers Act
This bill establishes a mechanism for eligible aliens who worked as essential workers during the declared COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) public health emergency to apply for and obtain permanent resident status. The bill also narrows certain grounds for deportability and inadmissibility.
S. 1451 • Apr. 29, 2021
Reach Every Mother and Child Act of 2021
This bill authorizes the President to provide assistance to implement a comprehensive five-year strategy to contribute toward the global goal of ending preventable child and maternal deaths by 2030.
S. 1489 • Apr. 29, 2021
USTR Inspector General Act of 2021
This bill requires the President to appoint an Inspector General of the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR). Among other responsibilities, the Inspector General shall (1) conduct and supervise audits and investigations relating to the programs and operations of the USTR, (2) recommend policies for preventing and detecting fraud and abuse in those…
S. 1517 • Apr. 29, 2021
Freedom for Families Act
This bill prohibits using federal funds for facilities used to detain noncitizen families and addresses related issues. Specifically, no funds made available may be used to operate or construct a family detention center, whether operated by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement or a contractor.
S. 1405 • Apr. 28, 2021
Targeting Environmental and Climate Recklessness Act of 2021
This bill authorizes the President to impose visa- and property-blocking sanctions on any foreign person that is responsible for or involved in specified activities that are detrimental to the environment.
S. 1375 • Apr. 27, 2021
Families Belong Together Act
This bill provides various immigration benefits for eligible alien parents (or legal guardians) and minor children who were separated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) between January 20, 2017, and January 20, 2021.
S. 1335 • Apr. 22, 2021
A bill to establish a Global Climate Change Resilience Strategy, to authorize the admission of climate-displaced persons, and for other purposes.
This bill generally addresses the adverse effects of climate change with a particular focus on immigration. Specifically, the bill establishes an immigration pathway to admit climate-displaced persons into the United States.
S. 1336 • Apr. 22, 2021
PROTECT Immigration Act
Protecting the Rights Of Towns against federal Enforcement contrary to Constitutional Tenets for Immigration Act or the PROTECT Immigration Act This bill establishes that the authority to investigate, apprehend, or detain aliens for the purposes of immigration enforcement is limited to immigration officers and authorized Department of Homeland Security…
S. 1135 • Apr. 15, 2021
GRACE Act
Guaranteed Refugee Admission Ceiling Enhancement Act or the GRACE Act This bill establishes that the maximum number of refugees admitted each fiscal year shall be no less than 125,000 and that the maximum number shall be treated as the numerical goal for refugee admissions for the applicable fiscal year.
S. 1138 • Apr. 15, 2021
Ending China's Exit Ban for American Citizens Act of 2021
This bill bars an official of China's government from obtaining a visa to enter the United States if the official was involved in prohibiting a U.S. citizen from leaving China in an attempt to achieve certain goals, such as convincing a relative of the U.S. citizen to submit to Chinese government custody for prosecution.
S. 1146 • Apr. 15, 2021
SAUDI WMD Act
Stopping Activities Underpinning Development In Weapons of Mass Destruction Act or the SAUDI WMD Act This bill establishes measures to inhibit the development of nuclear weapons by Saudi Arabia.
S. 1186 • Apr. 15, 2021
Dignity for Detained Immigrants Act of 2021
This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to establish standards for facilities holding aliens in its custody, phases out using non-DHS facilities for such purposes, and contains other related provisions. The standards shall comply with the American Bar Association's Civil Immigration Detention Standards.
S. 1100 • Apr. 13, 2021
Immigrants’ Mental Health Act of 2021
Immigrants' Mental Health Act of 2021 This bill directs Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to take steps to address mental health issues among immigrants and CBP agents and officers. It also restricts the sharing of mental health information for use in certain immigration proceedings.
S. 901 • Mar. 23, 2021
FAIR Proceedings Act
Funding Attorneys for Indigent Removal Proceedings Act or the FAIR Proceedings Act This bill expands access to counsel for aliens in immigration proceedings and provides for protections related to such proceedings.
S. 846 • Mar. 18, 2021
Protect DREAMer Confidentiality Act of 2021
This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to prevent disclosing information from applications to the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), except to implement the program.
S. 811 • Mar. 17, 2021
Taiwan Fellowship Act
This bill directs the Department of State to establish a program to provide fellowships in Taiwan to qualifying U.S. government employees. Each program fellow shall work in (1) a Taiwanese government agency; or (2) a nongovernmental organization, such as the American Institute in Taiwan, whose interests are associated with the interests of the fellow's…
S. 765 • Mar. 16, 2021
Keeping Women and Girls Safe from the Start Act of 2021
This bill requires the Department of State to carry out activities under the Safe from the Start program to prevent, mitigate, and respond to gender-based violence in humanitarian emergencies around the world. (The Safe from the Start program addresses childhood exposure to violence.)
S. 681 • Mar. 10, 2021
COVID–19 in Immigration Detention Data Transparency Act
COVID-19 in Immigration Detention Data Transparency Act This bill requires U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) to collect and report various information about detained individuals, including data on COVID-19 (i.e., coronavirus disease 2019) testing.
S. 690 • Mar. 10, 2021
Enhancing North Korea Humanitarian Assistance Act
This bill addresses humanitarian concerns related to sanctions on North Korea. The Office of Foreign Assets Control shall take one or more specified actions relating to U.S.
S. 634 • Mar. 9, 2021
Girls LEAD Act
Girls' Leadership, Engagement, Agency, and Development Act of 2021 or the Girls LEAD Act This bill directs the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) to jointly report to Congress a strategy to strengthen the participation of adolescents, particularly girls, in democracy, human rights, and governance.
S. 424 • Feb. 24, 2021
International Human Rights Defense Act of 2021
This bill establishes in the Department of State a permanent Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or intersex) Peoples who shall serve as the principal State Department advisor regarding human rights for LGBTQI people and represent the United States in diplomatic matters relevant to the human rights of…
S. 433 • Feb. 24, 2021
New Deal for New Americans Act of 2021
This bill provides assistance to immigrants and addresses issues related to naturalization. The bill establishes the National Office of New Americans to (1) welcome and support immigrants, (2) promote and support immigrant integration, and (3) promote the pursuit of U.S. citizenship among immigrants.
S. 434 • Feb. 24, 2021
Iran Diplomacy Act of 2021
This bill outlines U.S. policy with respect to Iran and the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), commonly known as the Iran nuclear deal. Specifically, the bill states that the United States and Iran should promptly return to full compliance with their commitments under the JCPOA.
S. 382 • Feb. 23, 2021
PROKID Act
Protection of Kids in Immigrant Detention Act or PROKID Act This bill establishes the Office of the Ombudsperson for Immigrant Children in Government Custody within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The office shall ensure that if government detention of an immigrant child is necessary, that child is held in the least restrictive setting.
S. 388 • Feb. 23, 2021
Honduras Human Rights and Anti-Corruption Act of 2021
This bill temporarily imposes sanctions and other penalties on Honduran president Juan Orlando Hernandez and the government of Honduras for systemic corruption and human rights violations, with particular focus on the Honduran police and military.
S. 348 • Feb. 22, 2021
U.S. Citizenship Act
This bill establishes a path to citizenship for certain undocumented individuals. The bill also replaces the term alien with noncitizen in the immigration statutes and addresses other related issues. Specifically, the bill establishes a new status of lawful prospective immigrant .
S. 291 • Feb. 8, 2021
National Office of New Americans Act
This bill establishes the National Office of New Americans (NONA) within the Executive Office of the President to promote and support the integration of immigrants and refugees into the social, cultural, economic, and civic life of the United States. The NONA shall also establish the Federal Initiative on New Americans.
S. 295 • Feb. 8, 2021
Hong Kong Safe Harbor Act
This bill designates certain Hong Kong residents with priority status for refugee consideration and contains other related provisions. An individual and certain family members shall have such priority status if the individual (1) is a Hong Kong resident who suffered persecution or has a well-founded fear of persecution as a result of peaceful political…
S. 306 • Feb. 8, 2021
SECURE Act
Safe Environment from Countries Under Repression and Emergency Act or the SECURE Act This bill allows qualified nationals of a country that has or had a temporary protected status designation to obtain permanent resident status.
S. 142 • Jan. 28, 2021
Global Health, Empowerment and Rights Act
This bill establishes that a foreign nongovernmental organization shall not be disqualified from receiving certain U.S. international development assistance solely because the organization provides medical services using non-U.S. government funds if the medical services are legal in both the United States and the country in which they are being provided.
S. 50 • Jan. 26, 2021
Venezuela Temporary Protected Status Act of 2021
This bill provides assistance to eligible nationals of Venezuela. Under this bill, eligible nationals of Venezuela shall qualify for temporary protected status, which prevents their removal from the United States and allows them to obtain employment and travel authorization.