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BillHR 8341 · 119

DEPORT Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 16, 2026
Cosponsors
15
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 16, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the removal of certain undocumented immigrants from the United States, specifically those who have committed crimes. Establishes procedures for their deportation.

Sponsored By

Riley M. Moore
Republican · West Virginia · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 16, 2026
  3. Apr 16, 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 affects undocumented immigrants with criminal records, who would face mandatory deportation. It also impacts their families and communities, who would be separated from them as a result of the deportation.

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
15backers
  • Republican15
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

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Cosponsors (15)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicRights & Representation
CommitteeCommittee on the Judiciary
IntroducedApr 16, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 16, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
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.