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BillHR 8371 · 119

Reform Immigration Through Biometrics Act

Introduced
Apr 20, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 21, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the use of biometric data, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, to track and verify the identity of immigrants. Establishes a biometric system to monitor immigration status and enforce immigration laws.

Sponsored By

Byron Donalds
Republican · Florida · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 20, 2026
  3. Apr 21, 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

Affects immigrants and non-citizens, who would be required to provide biometric data to verify their identity and immigration status. Impacts border security and immigration enforcement agencies, which would use the biometric system to track and monitor individuals.

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
1backer
  • Republican1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicRights & Representation
CommitteeCommittee on Border Security and Enforcement
IntroducedApr 20, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 21, 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.