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US HR7322

US HR7322
SUE for Immigration Enforcement Act Standing Up to the Executive branch for Immigration Enforcement Act


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Introduced
02/13/2024
In Committee
02/15/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025

Introduced Session

118th Congress

Bill Summary

A BILL To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act with respect to enforcement by an attorney general of a State.

AI Summary

This bill, known as the "Standing Up to the Executive branch for Immigration Enforcement Act of 2024" or the "SUE for Immigration Enforcement Act of 2024", amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to give state attorneys general or other authorized state officers the standing to bring civil actions against the federal government for alleged violations of immigration detention and removal requirements, limitations on parole, and other related provisions. The bill aims to allow states to sue the federal government to obtain injunctive relief if they or their residents experience harm, including financial harm exceeding $100, due to the federal government's alleged failure to enforce immigration laws. The bill also requires courts to prioritize and expedite the disposition of such civil actions filed by the states.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (14)

Last Action

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 360. (on 04/02/2024)

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