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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS

Senate BillS 3920Immigration

UASI Act

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Voters should care about this bill because it changes how federal homeland security funds are used in their communities. If passed, it would shift local spending priorities, potentially meaning less money for other preparedness efforts if local governments reallocate existing UASI funds to meet the new requirements. It also significantly expands the role of local law enforcement in federal immigration matters, which could lead to changes in local policing practices and community relations.

This bill matters because it would legally require cooperation with ICE and specific funding for election security, making these priorities a permanent condition for UASI grants, rather than just administrative guidance. If it becomes law, communities will face a choice: comply with the new spending rules, including dedicating resources to immigration enforcement, or risk losing significant federal security funding. If it doesn't pass, the current flexible grant criteria would remain, allowing local governments more discretion in how they use the funds to address a broader range of threats.

KEY PROVISIONS

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PROVISION 01

Requires UASI grant applicants to dedicate not less than 30% of their award across specific National Priority Areas.

This provision mandates where a substantial portion of homeland security funding must be directed, limiting local discretion.

PROVISION 02

Mandates at least 10% of UASI grant funds be dedicated to border crisis response and enforcement, including specific cooperation with ICE.

This significantly increases local law enforcement's required involvement in federal immigration enforcement as a condition for receiving security grants.

PROVISION 03

Requires at least 3% of UASI grant funds to be dedicated to enhancing election security.

This makes election security a mandatory spending area within homeland security grants, ensuring dedicated funding for this purpose.

PROVISION 04

Establishes penalties for grantees who fail to meet the minimum allocation requirements, including denial of future grants or termination of current awards.

These penalties ensure compliance by giving the Secretary of Homeland Security strong tools to enforce the new spending conditions.

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FEB 25

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FEB 25

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BILL INFO

TypeSenate Bill

NumberS 3920

Congress119th

StatusIn Committee

IntroducedFeb 25, 2026

Last actionFeb 25, 2026

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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY AND GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 25, 2026

Senate BillS 3920Immigration

UASI Act

INTRODUCED FEB 25, 2026· LAST ACTION FEB 25, 2026

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Introduced

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Conference

To President

Became Law

Introduced
In Committee
Reported
Passed Senate
Passed House
Conference
To President
Became Law

WHAT THE BILL DOES

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KEY PROVISIONS

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Requires UASI grant applicants to dedicate not less than 30% of their award across specific National Priority Areas.

This provision mandates where a substantial portion of homeland security funding must be directed, limiting local discretion.

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Mandates at least 10% of UASI grant funds be dedicated to border crisis response and enforcement, including specific cooperation with ICE.

This significantly increases local law enforcement's required involvement in federal immigration enforcement as a condition for receiving security grants.

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Requires at least 3% of UASI grant funds to be dedicated to enhancing election security.

This makes election security a mandatory spending area within homeland security grants, ensuring dedicated funding for this purpose.

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Establishes penalties for grantees who fail to meet the minimum allocation requirements, including denial of future grants or termination of current awards.

These penalties ensure compliance by giving the Secretary of Homeland Security strong tools to enforce the new spending conditions.

DEADLINES & DATES

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For fiscal year 2027 or any fiscal year thereafter

The requirements for UASI grants regarding minimum allocations and cooperation with ICE and election security become applicable.

PENALTIES & ENFORCEMENT

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TYPE	AMOUNT	WHO
administrative	Denial of eligibility for a grant, hold on up to 30% of the award, award termination, or debarment from future grants.	Grantee (applicant for or recipient of UASI grant)

GLOSSARY

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Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI): A Department of Homeland Security grant program that provides funding to high-risk urban areas to enhance their preparedness and capabilities against terrorism and other threats.
Homeland Security Grant Program: A broader federal program under which the UASI is funded, providing money to states and local governments for a range of preparedness activities.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE): A federal law enforcement agency under the Department of Homeland Security responsible for enforcing immigration laws, investigating criminal and terrorist activity, and securing borders.
Detainers: Requests from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to a local law enforcement agency to hold a person in custody for an additional period (typically up to 48 hours) after their release date, so ICE can take them into federal custody for immigration enforcement.
Section 287(g) program: A program under the Immigration and Nationality Act that allows the Department of Homeland Security to deputize state and local law enforcement officers to perform certain federal immigration enforcement functions, typically after receiving specialized training.
Soft targets and crowded places: Public or private locations that are easily accessible to the public and have limited security measures, making them vulnerable to attack, such as shopping malls, concert venues, or public transportation hubs.

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FEB 25

Introduced in Senate

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FEB 25

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