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Congressional and State Control Over Refugee Admissions

This bill changes how refugees are admitted to the United States. It requires Congress to approve the number of refugees and gives individual states the power to refuse their resettlement within their borders. This means more federal and local government control over immigration policy, potentially affecting the availability of support for refugees in different regions.
Key points
The number of refugees admitted to the U.S. will require Congressional approval, not just a Presidential recommendation.
States will have the right to refuse refugee resettlement within their territory, potentially impacting where refugees are placed.
State authorities will be notified 30 days before refugees are to be resettled in their state.
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Introduced
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3550
Sponsor: Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1]
Process start date: 2025-05-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Resettlement Without Representation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3550.

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 2025-05-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The number of refugees admitted to the U.S. will require Congressional approval, not just a Presidential recommendation.
  • States will have the right to refuse refugee resettlement within their territory, potentially impacting where refugees are placed.
  • State authorities will be notified 30 days before refugees are to be resettled in their state.
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. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1].

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 2025-12-22.

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