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House BillHR 756Immigration

287(g) Program Protection Act

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WHAT THE BILL DOES

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This bill matters because it would shift how immigration enforcement is carried out in the United States, potentially increasing the number of local law enforcement agencies involved. If it becomes law, it means that communities would likely see more local police officers acting on federal immigration matters, rather than only federal agents. This could lead to more arrests and detentions of individuals suspected of immigration violations by local authorities.

For voters, this bill touches on the debate over federal versus local control of immigration enforcement. If it doesn't pass, DHS would retain its current discretion in approving or denying 287(g) agreements, and local agencies would not have the guaranteed pathway to participate that this bill offers. The bill directly impacts how immigration laws are enforced on the ground and the relationship between federal immigration authorities and local police.

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PROVISION 01

Requires DHS to enter into 287(g) agreements upon request from qualified state or local agencies.

This changes the federal government's role from discretionary (may enter) to mandatory (shall enter), significantly expanding the program.

PROVISION 02

Prohibits denial or termination of an agreement without a compelling reason, requiring public explanation and allowing appeal.

This makes it harder for the federal government to stop or prevent local participation in immigration enforcement.

PROVISION 03

Sets a 90-day deadline for DHS to process agreement requests and removes any limit on the number of agreements.

This accelerates and expands the potential reach of the 287(g) program nationwide.

PROVISION 04

Amends the 'Breached Bond/Detention Fund' to also cover expenses for administering the 287(g) program.

This provides a dedicated funding stream for the program's operations and administration, expanding the use of existing funds.

PROVISION 05

Requires DHS to publish annual performance reports and recruitment plans for the 287(g) program.

This increases transparency and provides a framework for tracking and expanding the program's activities.

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2 EVENTS

JAN 28

Introduced in House

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JAN 28

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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BILL INFO

TypeHouse Bill

NumberHR 756

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedJan 28, 2025

Last actionJan 28, 2025

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 28, 2025

House BillHR 756Immigration

287(g) Program Protection Act

INTRODUCED JAN 28, 2025· LAST ACTION JAN 28, 2025

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Became Law

Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed House
Passed Senate
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Requires DHS to enter into 287(g) agreements upon request from qualified state or local agencies.

This changes the federal government's role from discretionary (may enter) to mandatory (shall enter), significantly expanding the program.

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Prohibits denial or termination of an agreement without a compelling reason, requiring public explanation and allowing appeal.

This makes it harder for the federal government to stop or prevent local participation in immigration enforcement.

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Sets a 90-day deadline for DHS to process agreement requests and removes any limit on the number of agreements.

This accelerates and expands the potential reach of the 287(g) program nationwide.

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Amends the 'Breached Bond/Detention Fund' to also cover expenses for administering the 287(g) program.

This provides a dedicated funding stream for the program's operations and administration, expanding the use of existing funds.

med

Requires DHS to publish annual performance reports and recruitment plans for the 287(g) program.

This increases transparency and provides a framework for tracking and expanding the program's activities.

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at least 180 days in advance of making final the denial

Secretary of Homeland Security must notify Congress and publish reasons for denying an agreement request

within 90 days from the date the request is made

Secretary of Homeland Security must process requests for agreements

at least 180 days prior to date of intended termination

Secretary of Homeland Security must provide written notice of intent to terminate an agreement

Not later than December 31 of the first fiscal year that begins after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter

Secretary of Homeland Security must publish an annual performance report on the 287(g) program

Not later than December 31 of the first fiscal year that begins after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter

Secretary of Homeland Security must publish an annual recruitment plan for the 287(g) program

GLOSSARY

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287(g) agreement: A program under federal immigration law that allows the Department of Homeland Security to deputize state and local law enforcement officers to perform certain immigration enforcement functions.
Secretary of Homeland Security: The head of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, responsible for border security, immigration, cybersecurity, and disaster response.
Immigration and Nationality Act: The main body of federal law governing immigration to the United States.
Political subdivision: A smaller governmental unit within a state, such as a county, city, or town, or agencies within those units like police or corrections departments.
Alien: A legal term for any person who is not a citizen or national of the United States.
Breached Bond/Detention/287(g) Fund: A federal fund that collects money from immigration bonds that are forfeited and is used to pay for expenses related to immigration detention and, under this bill, the 287(g) program.
Federal Register: The official daily publication for rules, proposed rules, and notices of federal agencies and organizations, as well as executive orders and other presidential documents.

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JAN 28, 25

Introduced in House

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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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