OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE
Upholding the Law at Our Border Act
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the official ID of this bill?
The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_3263.
Which chamber initiated this legislation?
This legislation was initiated in the Senate.
When did the legislative process begin?
The process officially started on 2021-11-18.
What are the main provisions?
Key points include:
- Requires regular reports every 60 days on the vetting and processing of individuals apprehended at the border, until apprehensions drop below 35,000 per month for three consecutive months.
- Reports will detail the number of individuals released into the U.S., those in alternative detention programs, and their criminal histories.
- Aims to ensure all border laws are upheld, potentially affecting asylum procedures and the legal status of migrants.
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:
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Who is the primary sponsor?
The primary sponsor is Sen. Scott, Rick [R-FL].
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 2026-01-02.
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.