Bill would bar DHS immigration arrests near World Cup sites

What does this do?

This bill would stop the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Justice from using federal money to detain or arrest people for immigration violations within one mile of any 2026 FIFA World Cup match or official Fan Festival in the United States. Four situations would still allow enforcement: an immediate threat of death, violence, or physical harm including terrorism; an imminent threat to national security; the active pursuit of someone posing an immediate public safety danger; or the risk that evidence in a criminal case is about to be destroyed.

Who does it affect?

This bill would directly affect federal immigration enforcement agencies. It would also indirectly affect the many fans, including foreign nationals, expected to attend World Cup matches and Fan Festivals across the country.

Why does it matter?

Without this restriction, federal immigration agents could conduct civil enforcement actions in the areas surrounding World Cup events. With it, those agencies would be required to pause that activity near the events unless one of the four exceptions applies.

Where does it stand?