Terrorist Inadmissibility Codification Act
Terrorist Inadmissibility Codification Act
Plain Language Summary
# Terrorist Inadmissibility Codification Act (S 3237) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do** This bill would codify (formally write into law) existing rules that prevent individuals designated as terrorists or those with terrorist connections from entering the United States. Currently, these inadmissibility standards exist through executive regulations and policy. The bill would make these rules permanent by incorporating them directly into federal immigration law. **Who It Affects** The legislation primarily affects foreign nationals seeking to enter or immigrate to the U.S. It would also impact immigration officials who enforce these rules at borders and consulates.
The bill aims to close potential loopholes in how terrorist-related grounds for inadmissibility are defined and applied. **Current Status** The bill is currently in committee, meaning it has been introduced but has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. No substantial details about specific provisions are publicly available at this stage. Like most bills in committee, it may be amended, debated, or remain pending without further action.
Latest Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.