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Prohibiting Taxpayer Funds for Certain Settlements to Unlawful Entrants

This bill aims to stop taxpayer money from being used to pay settlements in certain lawsuits. It applies to individuals who entered the United States unlawfully and are suing the government over their detention as part of a family unit after entering.
Key points
Federal funds, including money for legal judgments, cannot be used to pay certain legal settlements.
This prohibition applies to settlements for individuals who entered the U.S. unlawfully.
The settlements must be based solely on claims related to their lawful detention as part of a family unit after entering the country after January 20, 2017.
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Print number: 117_HR_6122
Sponsor: Rep. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11]
Process start date: 2021-12-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protect American Taxpayer Dollars from Illegal Immigration Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6122.

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 2021-12-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal funds, including money for legal judgments, cannot be used to pay certain legal settlements.
  • This prohibition applies to settlements for individuals who entered the U.S. unlawfully.
  • The settlements must be based solely on claims related to their lawful detention as part of a family unit after entering the country after January 20, 2017.
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. Malliotakis, Nicole [R-NY-11].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

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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