hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Restricts noncitizens on federal benefits from sending money abroad.
Introduced by Reps. Fischbach and Stauber.
Introduced in the House, no vote yet.
This bill, introduced by Representatives Fischbach and Stauber, aims to prevent noncitizens receiving federal aid from sending more than $1,000 out of the U.S. per year. It was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 2, 2026, and has been referred to committees for review, meaning it has not yet been voted on by the full House.
Introduced Apr 2, 2026
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 2, 2026. It has been referred to the House Committees on Financial Services and Oversight and Government Reform for consideration. For the bill to become law, it must pass through these committees, be voted on and passed by the full House, then pass the Senate, and finally be signed by the President.
If this bill becomes law, noncitizens receiving any form of federal assistance (like Social Security, SNAP, Medicaid) would be restricted to sending no more than $1,000 out of the United States annually. Banks and other money transfer services would be required to report all international transfers by these individuals and deny any transaction that would exceed the $1,000 limit. A new 'Treasury Repatriation Verification Database' would be created to track these transactions and identify individuals who are receiving federal benefits.
Supporters Say
Supporters might argue this bill ensures federal benefits are used to support recipients within the U.S. and prevents potential misuse of taxpayer funds.
Critics Say
Critics might argue it creates an unnecessary burden on noncitizens, is discriminatory, and could be difficult for financial institutions to implement.
Those in favor of the bill would likely emphasize that federal benefits are intended to assist individuals residing in the U.S. and that limiting international transfers by recipients helps ensure these funds are used for their intended domestic purpose. They might also suggest it helps prevent fraud and waste. Opponents might raise concerns about the privacy implications of a government database tracking financial transactions, the administrative burden on financial institutions, and the potential for discrimination against noncitizens by restricting their financial autonomy.