A bill to protect free speech by repealing the ground for deportability under section 237(a)(4)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act relating to aliens whose presence or activities in the United States are reasonably believed to have serious adverse foreign policy consequences.
Bill Summary
Repeals a law that allows the US to deport immigrants if their presence in the country is believed to have negative effects on foreign policy. This change would prevent the US from deporting people based on their speech or activities that are perceived as harmful to foreign policy.
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Bill Journey
- Jun 16, 2026
- Jun 16, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects immigrants in the US who could be deported due to their speech or activities, potentially allowing them to stay in the country if the law is repealed. It specifically impacts those whose presence is believed to have serious adverse foreign policy consequences, such as political activists or dissidents.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
Documents
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Bill Details
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- Rights
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