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Prohibition on Transferring Guantanamo Detainees to the United States

This act prohibits the use of Department of Defense funds to transfer or release individuals detained at Guantanamo Bay to the United States. This means citizens should not expect these individuals to be housed in domestic facilities, impacting public safety. Additionally, the act forbids the construction or modification of facilities in the U.S. for their detention.
Key points
Prohibits the transfer or release of Guantanamo detainees to the United States, its territories, or possessions.
Forbids the use of Department of Defense funds for constructing or modifying facilities in the U.S. to house these individuals.
Defines a Guantanamo detainee as a non-U.S. citizen or non-Armed Forces member held since October 1, 2009.
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Print number: 117_HR_7999
Sponsor: Rep. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-3]
Process start date: 2022-06-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Transferring GITMO Terrorists to America Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_7999.

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 2022-06-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the transfer or release of Guantanamo detainees to the United States, its territories, or possessions.
  • Forbids the use of Department of Defense funds for constructing or modifying facilities in the U.S. to house these individuals.
  • Defines a Guantanamo detainee as a non-U.S. citizen or non-Armed Forces member held since October 1, 2009.
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. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

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