What does Preamble of Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026 do?

This bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act. It clarifies that aliens convicted of defrauding the United States Government are inadmissible and deportable. It also clarifies that aliens who unlawfully received public benefits are inadmissible and deportable.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled the 'Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026'.

What does INADMISSIBILITY AND DEPORTABILITY RELATED TO DEFRAUDING THE of Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026 do?

This section amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to establish inadmissibility and deportability based on certain offenses. Specifically, it adds new grounds for inadmissibility (section 212(a)(2)) and deportability (section 237(a)(2)) for aliens convicted of, admitting to, or committing acts constituting offenses related to defrauding the United States government or unlawfully receiving public benefits. The listed offenses include violations of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), fraud involving social security account numbers, theft or bribery concerning programs receiving federal funds, and major fraud against the United States, among others. The definition of 'Federal public benefit' is derived from section 401(c) of the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996, and 'State or local public benefit' from section 411(c) of that Act. Aliens meeting these criteria are also rendered ineligible for any immigration relief, including relief under section 2242 of the Omnibus Consolidated and Emergency Supplemental Appropriations Act, 1999.

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Deporting Fraudsters Act of 2026

Last updated: 3/19/2026 · Introduced: 3/6/2025

Author: David Taylor (R-OH)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill expands the grounds for denying entry to, or deporting, aliens convicted of defrauding the U.S. government or unlawfully receiving public benefits.
The bill specifically includes offenses like SNAP violations, social security fraud, and theft related to federal programs as grounds for inadmissibility and deportation.
Aliens found inadmissible or deportable under this bill become ineligible for immigration relief.

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