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No Taxpayer Funds for Phones to Illegal Border Crossers

This act aims to prohibit the use of taxpayer money for purchasing and distributing cell phones to individuals who have unlawfully crossed the southern U.S. border. Citizens might see this as a saving of public funds that could be redirected to other areas. Additionally, the act mandates a report on past costs and the number of devices distributed.
Key points
Prohibits the use of public funds for cell phones for individuals unlawfully crossing the border.
Requires a report on past costs and the number of phones distributed since the start of Joe Biden's presidency.
Highlights national security concerns related to lack of control over individuals who fail to appear for immigration hearings.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_7741
Sponsor: Rep. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19]
Process start date: 2022-05-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No More Phones Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7741.

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 2022-05-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the use of public funds for cell phones for individuals unlawfully crossing the border.
  • Requires a report on past costs and the number of phones distributed since the start of Joe Biden's presidency.
  • Highlights national security concerns related to lack of control over individuals who fail to appear for immigration hearings.
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. Donalds, Byron [R-FL-19].

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.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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