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Increased Transparency in Migrant Resettlement: New Reporting Rules

This act introduces new rules for informing state and local authorities and Congress about the relocation of non-U.S. citizens. Its aim is to increase the transparency of federal government actions in this area, allowing citizens to better understand where and how individuals are being relocated, and what resources are being used for this purpose.
Key points
Federal authorities must consult with state and local officials before relocating non-U.S. citizens.
The federal government will publish detailed monthly reports on relocated individuals, including their age, gender, country of origin, and resources used.
Information on relocation will be publicly available on a website, increasing citizen oversight of the process.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1865
Sponsor: Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN]
Process start date: 2021-05-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Migrant Resettlement Transparency Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_1865.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal authorities must consult with state and local officials before relocating non-U.S. citizens.
  • The federal government will publish detailed monthly reports on relocated individuals, including their age, gender, country of origin, and resources used.
  • Information on relocation will be publicly available on a website, increasing citizen oversight of the process.
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 Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

CATEGORIES

Migration Local Government