Bills · HR 7964
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7964Immigration
Halt Immigration from Countries with Inadequate Verification Capabilities Act
INTRO MAR 17· LAST ACTION MAR 17
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it would permanently change who can enter the United States based on their country of origin and that country's ability to share information. If passed, it would create a standing prohibition for citizens of designated countries, shifting from temporary executive orders to a permanent law. This could significantly reduce immigration from certain regions, impacting families, economic ties, and humanitarian efforts.
Voters should care because it addresses national security concerns by restricting entry from places deemed high-risk, but it also raises questions about fairness, U.S. international relations, and the humanitarian implications for individuals fleeing dangerous situations. If this bill becomes law, it provides a fixed legal framework for such travel bans, making them less subject to changes in presidential administrations. If it doesn't become law, future restrictions would likely continue to rely on executive authority or different legislative proposals.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Establishes a permanent ban on the admission of people from designated countries where the U.S. cannot reliably verify identities or backgrounds.
This provision creates a lasting legal framework for travel restrictions based on national security concerns, rather than relying solely on executive orders.
PROVISION 02
Lists specific countries initially subject to the ban and establishes a process for the Secretary of State to add or remove countries annually.
This defines the initial scope of the ban and provides an ongoing mechanism for adjustment, reflecting changing geopolitical realities and security assessments.
PROVISION 03
Includes exceptions for lawful permanent residents, certain pre-existing refugees/asylees, U.S. military personnel, diplomats, and case-by-case waivers for national interest or humanitarian reasons.
These exceptions and waivers acknowledge specific circumstances and existing legal statuses, mitigating some of the broadest impacts of the prohibition.
PROVISION 04
Requires the development and implementation of enhanced vetting procedures for individuals who may qualify for exceptions or waivers.
This ensures that even those exempt from the general ban still undergo rigorous security checks before being allowed entry.
PROVISION 05
Imposes penalties of removal and a 10-year bar from reentry for any individual attempting to enter the U.S. in violation of the Act.
This provision establishes clear consequences for non-compliance, reinforcing the enforcement mechanisms of the proposed law.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 4
R· Tennessee
YRS IN OFFICE
3
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50
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAR 17
Introduced in House
MAR 17
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7964
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMar 17, 2026
Last actionMar 17, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAR 17, 2026
House BillHR 7964Immigration
Halt Immigration from Countries with Inadequate Verification Capabilities Act
INTRODUCED MAR 17, 2026· LAST ACTION MAR 17, 2026
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READING
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COSPONSORS
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