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Prohibiting Settlements with Undocumented Immigrants Suing US Government

This bill aims to prevent federal agencies from entering into financial settlements with individuals who unlawfully entered the United States and are suing the government or its employees. This means that if such an individual files a civil lawsuit, they will not be able to reach an out-of-court settlement with a federal agency. Payments from such settlements made after November 1, 2021, will require Congressional approval.
Key points
Federal agencies are prohibited from settling with individuals who unlawfully entered the U.S. and are suing the government.
Payments from existing settlements with such individuals require Congressional approval.
The prohibition does not apply to lawsuits against individuals in their personal capacity.
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Print number: 117_HR_5923
Sponsor: Rep. Fallon, Pat [R-TX-4]
Process start date: 2021-11-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Preserving the Integrity of Our Laws Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5923.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-11-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies are prohibited from settling with individuals who unlawfully entered the U.S. and are suing the government.
  • Payments from existing settlements with such individuals require Congressional approval.
  • The prohibition does not apply to lawsuits against individuals in their personal capacity.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Fallon, Pat [R-TX-4].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil Rights, and Civil Liberties.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Migration Courts and Law