US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HB4703

Introduced
7/23/25  

Caption

To establish a system to track, record, and report all instances in which a United States citizen or individual lawfully admitted for permanent resident was, for the purpose of immigration enforcement, detained or removed by the Department of Homeland Security, and for other purposes.

Impact

The bill aims to provide critical data on cases involving U.S. citizens or lawful residents who are detained or removed, especially those instances involving minors. This could lead to more informed legislative discussions and decisions regarding immigration practices. Additionally, it might have implications for how DHS interacts with local and state law enforcement agencies, particularly in terms of their roles in immigration enforcement.

Summary

House Bill 4703 proposes the establishment of a comprehensive tracking system that records and reports all instances of United States citizens and lawful permanent residents being detained or removed by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) for immigration enforcement purposes. This bill mandates that a standardized system be developed within 180 days, requiring the DHS to provide quarterly reports to the appropriate congressional committees. The goal of this system is to ensure transparency and accountability regarding the treatment of citizens and lawful residents during immigration enforcement actions.

Contention

There may be significant debate surrounding HB 4703, particularly around concerns regarding its implementation and the potential bureaucratic burden it could impose on the DHS. Proponents argue that it is a necessary step toward greater accountability in immigration enforcement, while opponents may express concerns about the efficacy of tracking systems and the implications of increased scrutiny on law enforcement practices. The balancing of civil rights with enforcement activity remains a central point of contention as discussions progress.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

US HB5340

To prohibit the disclosure of records by the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development of individuals for the purposes of immigration enforcement, and for other purposes.

US HB7392

To impose a hiring freeze on United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and for other purposes.

US SR341

A resolution reaffirming that immigration officers under the direction of the Department of Homeland Security are not authorized to arrest, detain, interrogate, or deport United States citizens and must implement stronger measures to prevent future wrongful enforcement actions against such citizens.

US AJR9

Urges Congress to enact legislation to prohibit officers and agents of the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement in the United States Department of Homeland Security from entering schools and places of worship for the purposes of enforcing federal immigration laws. (BDR R-779)

US HB205

No Congressional Funds for Sanctuary Cities ActThis bill prohibits federal funds from being used as congressionally directed spending (i.e., an earmark) for jurisdictions that withhold information about citizenship or immigration status or do not cooperate with immigration detainers.Specifically, such funds are denied to any jurisdiction that has a law, policy, or practice that prohibits or restricts any government entity frommaintaining, sending, or receiving information regarding the citizenship or immigration status of any individual;exchanging information regarding an individual's citizenship or immigration status with a federal, state, or local government entity;complying with a valid immigration detainer from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS); ornotifying DHS about an individual's release from custody.The funding restriction does not apply to a law, policy, or practice that only applies to an individual who comes forward as a victim of or a witness to a criminal offense.This prohibition begins in FY2026.

US HB1516

Revenue and taxation; sales to United States Department of Homeland Security or United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement; revise tax

US SB00686

An Act Permitting Individuals Who Are Lawfully Admitted For Permanent Residence, As Defined In 8 Usc 1101, To Request That They Not Be Summoned For Juror Service.

US HB7360

To amend the United States Housing Act of 1937 to permanently authorize the emergency safety and security grant program, and for other purposes.

US HB7844

To provide the Secretary of Homeland Security with the authority to transfer funds between accounts under the Department of Homeland Security during a lapse in appropriations, and for other purposes.

US HB578

Sarah's LawThis bill requires the Department of Justice or the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to detain a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) who is unlawfully present in the United States and has been charged with, arrested for, convicted of, or admits to having committed acts that constitute the essential elements of a crime that resulted in the death or serious bodily injury of another person.DHS must obtain information about the identity of any victims of the crimes for which the detained individual was charged or convicted. DHS shall provide the victim, or a relative or guardian of a deceased victim, with information about the detained individual, including name, date of birth, nationality, immigration status, criminal history, and a description of any related removal efforts.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.