hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Prohibits specific federal funds from hiring new immigration officers.
Sen. Kim
In committee, no Senate vote yet.
This bill, introduced by Senator Kim, seeks to stop certain federal funds (from 'Public Law 119-21') from being used to pay salaries, recruit, or offer bonuses to new U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) or Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents. It is currently under review by the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs, meaning it needs committee approval before a full Senate vote.
Introduced Feb 26, 2026
This bill was introduced in the Senate on February 26, 2026, and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. For it to become law, the committee must first approve it. Then, it would need to pass a vote in the full Senate and the House of Representatives before being sent to the President for signature.
If this bill becomes law, funds from 'Public Law 119-21' (referred to in the bill's long title as the 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act') would be explicitly prohibited from being used to pay the salaries of new ICE or CBP agents hired after the bill's enactment. This means these specific funds could not be used for recruiting efforts, advertising for positions, or providing retention or sign-on bonuses to new hires. The overall impact on staffing levels would depend on the size of the 'Public Law 119-21' appropriation and other available funding sources for ICE and CBP.
Supporters Say
Supporters likely argue it ensures specific funds are not used for immigration enforcement expansion and promotes accountability.
Critics Say
Critics would likely argue it hinders efforts to secure borders and enforce immigration laws by restricting agency staffing.
Those in favor of the bill may argue that it ensures federal funds are allocated according to specific priorities, preventing an expansion of immigration enforcement activities funded by 'Public Law 119-21'. They might see it as a way to control the growth of these agencies or redirect resources. Opponents, however, would likely contend that such restrictions could undermine national security and border management by limiting the ability of ICE and CBP to staff critical positions, potentially impacting their operational effectiveness.