Bill · H.R. 2607· House(119-HR-2607)
AFRIKANER Act
- Introduced
- 4/2/2025
- Last activity
- 4/2/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Troy Nehls
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "AFRIKANER Act," seeks to designate certain South African residents as Priority 2 refugees of special humanitarian concern. It specifically targets members of the Caucasian minority group in South Africa who have suffered or fear persecution based on race, ethnicity, or ancestry. The designation also extends to certain family members of these individuals. The act establishes specific rules for processing and admission to ensure that applicants are not denied based on specific government actions or other immigrant classifications. Furthermore, it excludes these refugees from certain numerical limitations. Finally, it mandates regular reporting on the status of applications to Congress and the public.
Yes· 3 of 4
Would white Americans be better off under this?+8
The bill specifically targets Caucasian minority residents in South Africa for refugee status.
Would immigrants be better off under this?+7
The bill provides a specific refugee pathway for a targeted immigrant group.
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?+7
The bill creates a specific refugee pathway for targeted groups from South Africa.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Designation of Priority 2 Refugee Status: This provides a specific path for residents of South Africa who are members of the Caucasian minority group and have suffered or fear persecution due to race, ethnicity, or ancestry (Section 2(a)(1)).
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Family Reunification: The bill allows for the inclusion of spouses, children, and certain parents of the qualifying individuals, which helps keep families together (Section 2(a)(2)).
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Protection Against Denial Based on Government Action: An applicant cannot be denied primarily because of a politically motivated arrest, detention, or other adverse government action related to their race, ethnicity, or ancestry (Section 2(d)).
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Removal of Barriers for Certain Classifications: Individuals will not be denied the opportunity to apply for refugee status primarily because they qualify as an immediate relative of a U.S. citizen or are eligible under other immigrant classifications (Section 2(c)).
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Exemption from Numerical Caps: This status does not count against existing numerical limitations under the Immigration and Nationality Act (Section 2(e)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Limitations on Family Members: Parents who are not citizens of South Africa are excluded from the ability to be included as part of the refugee designation (Section 2(a)(2)).
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 White Americans+8Good For Immigrants+7
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Pathway To Citizenship+7
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+5
- 4/2/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Introduced in House