HR6846Referred to Committee

DEFEND Act

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Introduced
In Committee
3
Passed One Chamber
4
Passed Both
5
Signed into Law
119th
Congress
2025-12-18
Introduced
5
Cosponsors
HR
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Sponsor

Elijah Crane
Elijah Crane
Republican · AZ · Representative
Votes with party: 85.3% (658 recorded votes)
Top industries funding sponsor:
  • Conservative Groups$496k

Full profile: /officials/C001132

Source: Congress.gov · FEC

Cosponsors (5)

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Latest Action

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Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.

2025-12-19

Source: Congress.gov

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Plain-English Summary

The bill would strengthen immigration enforcement and security measures, particularly focusing on identifying and preventing entry by individuals with potential security risks or criminal backgrounds. It would give immigration authorities additional tools and resources to screen travelers and enforce existing immigration laws more effectively. The legislation primarily affects immigrants, visa applicants, and border security agencies responsible for protecting national security.

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Immigration
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