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Denying immigration benefits to individuals who supported Hamas attacks on Israel.

This law introduces strict new immigration rules aimed at enhancing national security. Individuals who carried out, planned, financed, or otherwise facilitated the Hamas attacks against Israel starting October 7, 2023, will be deemed inadmissible to the U.S. Crucially, these individuals will be ineligible for any form of immigration relief, including asylum, effectively barring them from legal residence in the United States.
Key points
Individuals involved in the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks are automatically deemed ineligible for visas or entry into the United States (inadmissible).
The new rules prevent these individuals from applying for asylum, protection from deportation, or any other form of immigration assistance in the U.S.
The law expands terrorist definitions in immigration law to explicitly include members and representatives of Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
The Department of Homeland Security must report annually to Congress on the number of individuals subject to these new immigration bans.
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Print number: 118_S_5304
Sponsor: Sen. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN]
Process start date: 2024-11-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Immigration Benefits for Hamas Terrorists Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5304.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-11-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals involved in the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks are automatically deemed ineligible for visas or entry into the United States (inadmissible).
  • The new rules prevent these individuals from applying for asylum, protection from deportation, or any other form of immigration assistance in the U.S.
  • The law expands terrorist definitions in immigration law to explicitly include members and representatives of Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad.
  • The Department of Homeland Security must report annually to Congress on the number of individuals subject to these new immigration bans.
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. Blackburn, Marsha [R-TN].

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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