MEASURES READ THE FIRST TIME--S. 3805, H.R. 1834, and H.R. 6500

On 2026-02-09, Senator Jim Banks (R-IN) delivered a floor speech titled "MEASURES READ THE FIRST TIME--S. 3805, H.R. 1834, And H.R. 6500" in the Senate. The speech addressed immigration and also covered taxes, trade policy. It referenced legislation including HR1834, HR6500, S3805, among other bills.

MEASURES READ THE FIRST TIME--S. 3805, H.R. 1834, and H.R. 6500

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 27 (Monday, February 9, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 27 (Monday, February 9, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S537] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] MEASURES READ THE FIRST TIME--S. 3805, H.R. 1834, and H.R. 6500 Mr. BANKS. I understand that there are three bills at the desk, and I ask for the first reading en bloc. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clerk will read the bills by title for the first time. The senior assistant legislative clerk read as follows: A bill (S. 3805) to amend chapter 93 of title 18, United States Code, to prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference. A bill (H.R. 1834) to advance policy priorities that will break the gridlock. A bill (H.R. 6500) to extend duty-free treatment provided with respect to imports from certain countries in Africa under the African Growth and Opportunity Act, to extend customs user fees, and for other purposes. Mr. BANKS. I now ask for a second reading, and I object to my own request, all en bloc. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objection having been heard, the bills will receive their second reading on the next legislative day. ____________________

Referenced legislation: HR1834, HR1834, S3805, HR6500