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Repealing the Alien Enemies Act: Strengthening Non-Citizen Rights and Security.

This bill seeks to eliminate the historical "Alien Enemies Act" from US law. This act granted the President broad powers to detain or deport non-citizens solely based on their nationality if their home country was deemed hostile during wartime. The repeal strengthens the legal protections and security of non-citizens residing in the United States, ensuring they are not targeted based only on their country of origin.
Key points
Removes the President's power to detain or deport non-citizens en masse during wartime based only on their country of origin.
Enhances civil liberties and legal security for non-citizens legally residing within the United States.
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Print number: 118_S_1747
Sponsor: Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]
Process start date: 2023-05-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Neighbors Not Enemies Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1747.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Removes the President's power to detain or deport non-citizens en masse during wartime based only on their country of origin.
  • Enhances civil liberties and legal security for non-citizens legally residing within the United States.
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. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI].

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 2025-12-26.

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Courts and Law Migration Security