Bill Summary: H.R. 29 - Border Safety and Security Act of 2023

This bill, introduced by Mr. Roy and co-sponsored by several other members of the House of Representatives, aims to authorize the Secretary of Homeland Security to temporarily prevent certain immigrants (aliens) from entering the United States. It also covers other related purposes.

Section 1: Short Title

The bill is referred to as the "Border Safety and Security Act of 2023".

Section 2: Suspension of Entry of Aliens

This section grants the Secretary of Homeland Security the authority to suspend the entry of certain aliens at the borders of the United States. The Secretary can do this if it is determined that the suspension is necessary to have control over the respective border. The Secretary can prohibit the entry of these aliens at any land or maritime (sea) border for the duration deemed necessary.

The bill also states that the Secretary of Homeland Security is required to prohibit the entry of these aliens if they cannot be detained or placed in a specific program as defined by the Immigration and Nationality Act.

Enforcement by State Attorneys General

The attorney general of a state or other authorized state officer can bring a lawsuit against the Secretary of Homeland Security if they believe there has been a violation of the provisions related to the above-mentioned entry suspension and it affects their state or its residents. They can seek injunctive relief (court order) against the Secretary of Homeland Security.

Definitions

Several terms used in the bill have specific definitions:

"Covered alien" refers to an alien who is seeking entry into the United States and is inadmissible under the Immigration and Nationality Act.
"Operational control" has the meaning provided in the Secure Fence Act of 2006.

Rep. Wesley Hunt

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