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BillHR 8460 · 119

Territorial Protection and Sovereignty Act

Introduced
Apr 23, 2026
Cosponsors
5
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 23, 2026

Bill Summary

Establishes rules to protect US territories from unauthorized immigration and ensures the sovereignty of these areas. Requires the federal government to enforce immigration laws in US territories.

Sponsored By

Andrew S. Clyde
Republican · Georgia · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 23, 2026
  2. Apr 23, 2026You Are Here

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

  3. TBD

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

  4. TBD

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

  5. TBD

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

Why It Matters

This bill affects residents and migrants in US territories, potentially changing how immigration laws are enforced in these areas. It may also impact border control and law enforcement agencies responsible for territorial security.

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
5backers
  • Republican5
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Cosponsors (5)

1 more not shown here — see the full list on congress.gov.

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicRights & Representation
CommitteeJudiciary Committee
IntroducedApr 23, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 23, 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.