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Border Community Reimbursement: Funding for Mexico Border Security Expenses.

This act aims to provide financial support to cities and counties near the Mexico border that incur security-related expenses. Citizens in these regions may experience improved local security due to additional funding for law enforcement and other protective measures. Importantly, aid will not go to "sanctuary jurisdictions" and cannot be used for immigrant education, housing, or healthcare.
Key points
Communities within 200 miles of the Mexico border can receive up to $500,000 annually to cover security costs, including additional wages for local law enforcement.
Funds cannot be used to support non-profit organizations, legal representation, education, housing, food, or healthcare resources for aliens.
Cities and counties that do not cooperate with federal immigration authorities (known as "sanctuary jurisdictions") will not be eligible for these funds.
The act authorizes $25 million annually for this purpose from 2024 to 2034, potentially enhancing security in border regions.
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Print number: 118_HR_725
Sponsor: Rep. Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13]
Process start date: 2023-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reimbursing Border Communities Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_725.

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 2023-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Communities within 200 miles of the Mexico border can receive up to $500,000 annually to cover security costs, including additional wages for local law enforcement.
  • Funds cannot be used to support non-profit organizations, legal representation, education, housing, food, or healthcare resources for aliens.
  • Cities and counties that do not cooperate with federal immigration authorities (known as "sanctuary jurisdictions") will not be eligible for these funds.
  • The act authorizes $25 million annually for this purpose from 2024 to 2034, potentially enhancing security in border regions.
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. Jackson, Ronny [R-TX-13].

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.

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