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Border Security: Mandatory Detention and Screening Against Terrorist Database.

This law mandates the immediate detention of any non-citizen (alien) at the border whose name appears on the federal terrorist screening database. Furthermore, Customs and Border Protection must detain every non-citizen until their name is successfully cross-referenced with this database. The goal is to enhance national security by tightening entry procedures.
Key points
All non-citizens entering the US must be detained by border services until their names are checked against the federal terrorist screening database.
Individuals listed in the terrorist database are subject to mandatory detention, overriding other immigration laws.
The changes aim to strengthen border security and prevent the entry of individuals posing a terrorist threat.
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Status: Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2090
Sponsor: Rep. Williams, Roger [R-TX-25]
Process start date: 2025-03-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Identifying Potential Terrorist at the Border Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2090.

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 2025-03-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All non-citizens entering the US must be detained by border services until their names are checked against the federal terrorist screening database.
  • Individuals listed in the terrorist database are subject to mandatory detention, overriding other immigration laws.
  • The changes aim to strengthen border security and prevent the entry of individuals posing a terrorist threat.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Williams, Roger [R-TX-25].

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 2025-12-23.

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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Security Migration