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Congress Disapproves "Keeping Families Together" Rule

The U.S. Congress has rejected a rule proposed by the Secretary of Homeland Security concerning the "Keeping Families Together" process. This means the specific rule will not take effect, potentially impacting procedures for immigrant families.
Key points
Congress disapproves the "Keeping Families Together" rule from the Secretary of Homeland Security.
This rule will not be enforced, which may alter how immigrant families are processed.
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Print number: 118_HRES_1420
Sponsor: Rep. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19]
Process start date: 2024-09-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Disapproving the rule submitted by the Secretary of Homeland Security relating to "Notice of implementation of the Keeping Families Together process.".

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HRES_1420.

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 2024-09-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Congress disapproves the "Keeping Families Together" rule from the Secretary of Homeland Security.
  • This rule will not be enforced, which may alter how immigrant families are processed.
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. Arrington, Jodey C. [R-TX-19].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

CATEGORIES

Migration Family Courts and Law