Bill · H.R. 190· House(119-HR-190)
SEND THEM BACK Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 1/3/2025
- Last activity
- 1/3/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Andrew Ogles
- Cosponsors
- - 5 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "SEND THEM BACK Act of 2025," aims to provide for the expedited removal of certain illegal aliens. It specifically targets aliens who entered the United States illegally on or since January 20, 2021. Under this Act, these individuals are subject to expedited removal regardless of whether they expressed an intention to apply for asylum or a fear of persecution. An exception is provided for aliens who are currently members of the United States Armed Forces as of January 1, 2025.
Yes
Does this tighten control of the border?+6
The bill strengthens border control by mandating the expedited removal of certain undocumented individuals.
Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together?+3
Current members of the military are granted a specific exemption from the expedited removal process.
Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive?+2
The bill specifically exempts current members of the Armed Forces from the new removal requirements.
The opposite· 3 of 4
Would immigrants be better off under this?-9
The bill removes the ability for immigrants to claim asylum or express fear of persecution before being removed.
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?-8
The bill creates significant barriers to legal status by allowing expedited removal regardless of asylum intent.
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?-7
The removal of asylum protections disproportionately affects Hispanic immigrant populations.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Exemption for Military Members: Individuals who are members of the United States Armed Forces as of January 1, 2025, are exempt from the expedited removal requirements outlined in the bill (Section 2, subsection b).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Removal of Asylum Protections: Aliens who entered illegally on or after January 20, 2021, will be subject to expedited removal even if they have indicated an intention to apply for asylum or have a fear of persecution (Section 2, subsection a).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Veterans+3Good For Immigrants-9Good For Hispanic Americans-7Good For Low Income Households-5
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security+6Improves Pathway To Citizenship-8
- 1/3/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 5 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Andy BiggsRepublican · Arizona
Josh BrecheenRepublican · Oklahoma
Andrew ClydeRepublican · Georgia
Nancy MaceRepublican · South Carolina
Barry MooreRepublican · Alabama