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BillHR 8253 · 119

BITMAP Authorization Act

Introduced
Apr 13, 2026
Cosponsors
3
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 14, 2026

Bill Summary

Authorizes the BITMAP program, which likely involves some form of immigration tracking or management, but details are unclear. Requires implementation of this program, possibly affecting immigration procedures.

Sponsored By

Michael T. McCaul
Republican · Texas · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 13, 2026
  3. Apr 14, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill would affect US immigration officials and potentially immigrants, by altering the tools or processes used to manage immigration. The specific impact on immigrants is unclear, but it may change how their information is collected or tracked.

Impact Areas

Sample
Addresses Supply
Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.
Supports Families
Aimed at easing pressure on working households.
Long-term Impact
Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.
Expands Access
Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party
4backers
  • Democratic1
  • Republican3
Cross-party cosponsors1 · 33%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (3)

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicRights & Representation
CommitteeCommittee on Border Security and Enforcement
IntroducedApr 13, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 14, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
Subjects
  • Rights

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.