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Resume Border Wall Construction and DNA Collection at Border

This act mandates the immediate resumption of border wall construction with Mexico, utilizing already allocated funds to enhance border security. It also requires DNA collection from all adults detained at the border, which may impact the privacy of individuals crossing the border.
Key points
Border Wall Construction Resumption: Construction activities on the U.S.-Mexico border must resume within 24 hours of the act's enactment, using previously appropriated funds.
DNA Collection Requirement: Within 14 days, U.S. Customs and Border Protection must fully comply with DNA collection laws for all adults, including family units, in custody at border facilities.
Honor Agreements: The Department of Homeland Security must uphold all written agreements related to border wall construction with private citizens, state, local, and tribal governments.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_336
Sponsor: Rep. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3]
Process start date: 2023-01-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Finish the Wall Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_336.

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 2023-01-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Border Wall Construction Resumption: Construction activities on the U.S.-Mexico border must resume within 24 hours of the act's enactment, using previously appropriated funds.
  • DNA Collection Requirement: Within 14 days, U.S. Customs and Border Protection must fully comply with DNA collection laws for all adults, including family units, in custody at border facilities.
  • Honor Agreements: The Department of Homeland Security must uphold all written agreements related to border wall construction with private citizens, state, local, and tribal governments.
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. Higgins, Clay [R-LA-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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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