HB8984Introduced in the House
Respect Our Communities Act
Introduced by Joseph Morelle, District NY-25
What does this bill do?
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Official description
To prohibit the Department of Homeland Security from constructing, acquiring, renovating, or operating any new processing site or detention center without providing a mechanism for public comments regarding such activity, entering into a signed, written agreement with appropriate State and local officials, and providing Congress with advance notice of such activity.
Where it stands
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.
May 22, 2026
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Bill history
Introduced in House
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Homeland Security, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.
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