Search Results: keywords:"immigration and customs enforcement"

  • H. R. 8430 — To make certain adjustments pertaining to the Alternatives to Detention program, and for other purposes.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:1,617

    H.R. 8430, titled the “Reshape Alternatives to Detention Act of 2024,” proposes changes to the Alternatives to Detention program managed by the Department of Homeland Security. The bill mandates the termination of specific programs within the initiative, reallocating funds to...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 8430 is a plan to change how some immigrants are watched by ending certain programs and using the money to make more spaces in detention centers. It also means some immigrants will need to wear tracking devices, and those living in certain places might not be allowed to join these programs.

  • H. R. 8497 — To provide the Secretary of Homeland Security certain direct hiring authorities.
    Status:Introduced in House
    Words:826

    H.R. 8497 is a bill that allows the Secretary of Homeland Security to have special hiring powers to fill certain positions in U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. This means that, for roles deemed critical, the Secretary can...

    Simple Explanation

    H.R. 8497 is a bill that lets a big boss in the government's Homeland Security department hire people faster for important jobs, without following all the usual rules. They have to tell other big helpers in the government about who they hire every year, to make sure everything is fair and the special fast-hiring power lasts for five years.