Bill · H.R. 3861· House(119-HR-3861)

Mobilizing Against Sanctuary Cities Act

Age: 56 years

South Carolina

Introduced: 6/10/2025
Last activity: 6/10/2025 — Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, 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.
Sponsored by: Sheri Biggs
Cosponsors: - 19 - 0

Immigration

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, known as the "Mobilizing Against Sanctuary Cities Act," aims to stop sanctuary cities from receiving federal money. The Attorney General is required to identify jurisdictions that do not comply with specific immigration laws or fail to comply with Department of Homeland Security detainers or notifications. Once a jurisdiction is found to be out of compliance, it becomes ineligible for federal financial assistance for at least one year. To regain eligibility, the Attorney General must certify that the jurisdiction is now in compliance. Additionally, the Attorney General must report these findings to Congress annually.

Yes

Does this give the federal government more power?+7
The bill significantly expands federal authority by using financial penalties to dictate local immigration enforcement policies.
Does this tighten control of the border?+5
The bill strengthens border enforcement by penalizing jurisdictions that fail to cooperate with federal immigration authorities.

The opposite· 3 of 7

Does this leave more decisions to the states?-7
The bill reduces state sovereignty by coercing local jurisdictions to comply with federal immigration mandates through fund withholding.
Would immigrants be better off under this?-6
The bill increases pressure on immigrant communities through increased local law enforcement cooperation with federal authorities.
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?-5
Increased enforcement and loss of local resources may negatively impact immigrant-heavy communities.