HR 81 — Resettlement Accountability National Security Prioritization Act of 2017

1 sponsors · 3 co-sponsors · 543 not signed on

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 81 do?

Resettlement Accountability National Security Prioritization Act of 2017 This bill prohibits the admission of covered aliens into the United States for four years unless Congress passes a joint resolution giving the Department of Homeland Security authority to admit them. No covered alien may be admitted into the United States after such four-year period. "Covered alien" means an alien applying for refugee admission to the United States who: (1) is a national of Afghanistan, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Syria, or Yemen; or (2) has no nationality and whose last habitual residence was in Afghanistan, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Syria, or Yemen. The Government Accountability Office shall report on: (1) the national security impact of refugee admissions; and (2) specified costs of providing refugees with benefits under Medicare, Medicaid, disability insurance under title II of the Social Security Act, the supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP, formerly the food stamp program), and section 8 rental assistance.

Who sponsors HR 81?

HR 81 is sponsored by Biggs, Andy (Republican), Garrett, Thomas A., Jr. (Republican), Wittman, Robert J. (Republican), and Babin, Brian (Republican).

What is the current status of HR 81?

This bill died with 115th Congress. It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

Where can I track HR 81?

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