H.R. 9773In markup
Bill would rewrite asylum law, limit parole and expand family detention
Data as of July 24, 2026
The "Permanent Trump Secure Border Act" would make asylum far harder to get and expand detention of migrant families.AI-decoded40-second read · 4 questions answered below
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AI-decodedWhat does this do?
This bill rewrites much of U.S. immigration law to make asylum and unauthorized entry much harder, requiring migrants to seek protection in transit countries first, tightening credible fear screening, and adding new disqualifying crimes. It narrows legal definitions used in asylum claims, limits work permits, expands family detention, and restricts presidential/DHS parole authority to a few specific listed circumstances.
Who does it affect?
It affects asylum seekers, migrant families and children in custody, visa overstayers, and immigration attorneys and judges. It also affects DHS, ICE, HHS, and immigration courts, which must follow new detention and procedural rules.
Why does it matter?
The changes would make it significantly harder to obtain asylum or legal protection and would increase detention of families and children in immigration custody.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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How it's being covered
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- LIVE | Jordan vs Raskin explodes over permanent Trump Secure Border Act in fiery House hearing
economictimes.indiatimes.comJul 21, 2026Not rated
- ‘Deport father, then tell daughter to sacrifice?’: Chip Roy vs Dems explode over Trump Border Act
economictimes.indiatimes.comJul 21, 2026Not rated
- These Republicans want to make Trump's border policy permanent
theblaze.comJul 21, 2026Leans right
- House Republicans move to make Trump's border policies permanent
foxnews.comJul 21, 2026Leans right
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Official title
Permanent Trump Secure Border Act
- Introduced:
- July 20, 2026
- Latest action:
- July 21, 2026
Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 16 - 14.
Read the official bill on Congress.gov