hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Overhaul federal immigration enforcement by defunding, replacing ICE, and ending agent immunity.
Mr. Khanna, House of Representatives
In committee, no House vote yet
This resolution proposes a significant restructuring of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). It seeks to halt new funding, repeal previous allocations, initiate impeachment proceedings against top officials, and end qualified immunity for ICE agents. The bill also aims to establish new use-of-force standards, ban racial profiling, and replace ICE with a new agency under the Department of Justice. Mr. Khanna introduced this resolution, which has been referred to multiple House committees for review, meaning it is in the early stages of the legislative process and has not yet been voted on by the full House.
Introduced Feb 2, 2026
This resolution was introduced in the House of Representatives by Mr. Khanna on February 2, 2026. It has been referred to the House Committees on the Judiciary, Homeland Security, and Ways and Means. For this resolution to move forward, at least one of these committees must consider and approve it before it can be brought to a vote before the full House. As a House Resolution, if passed, it would express the official sentiment of the House but would not become public law or go to the Senate.
If enacted, immigration enforcement agents could be personally held liable for misconduct, potentially altering how they carry out duties. All agents would be required to wear body cameras and display clear identification, increasing transparency during operations. The existing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency would be dismantled and replaced by a new agency within the Department of Justice, with a mandate for robust civilian oversight and adherence to constitutional law. Additionally, human rights standards would be upheld for all detention facilities, including guaranteed medical care and independent inspections.
Supporters Say
Supporters argue this resolution is necessary to address documented abuses, deaths, and constitutional violations by federal immigration agents.
Critics Say
Critics might argue these measures could weaken national security, impede immigration enforcement, or represent an overreach into agency operations.
The resolution cites several incidents, including the deaths of U.S. citizens and detainees during ICE operations, as reasons for the proposed reforms. Proponents believe these changes are essential to ensure accountability, protect civil liberties, and restore public trust in federal immigration enforcement. Opponents may express concerns that defunding and dismantling ICE could disrupt vital national security functions and create a vacuum in immigration law enforcement, potentially compromising border security and internal enforcement efforts.