What does Preamble of HR 7612 do?

This bill proposes to amend chapter 93 of title 18, United States Code. The stated purpose of the bill is to prohibit obstruction of immigration laws by official interference.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 7612 do?

This bill is formally titled the End Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026.

What does OBSTRUCTION OF IMMIGRATION LAWS BY OFFICIAL INTERFERENCE. of HR 7612 do?

This section amends Chapter 93 of Title 18, United States Code by adding Section 1925, concerning obstruction of immigration laws by official interference. The section defines several terms including 'criminal alien,' 'reasonable advance notice,' and 'responsible executive official.' It prohibits responsible executive officials of a State or unit of local government from knowingly restricting compliance with Department of Homeland Security requests for notice regarding the release of criminal aliens. Penalties for violating this prohibition vary based on the offense the criminal alien was charged or convicted of, ranging from 30 days to 25 years imprisonment. A severability clause is included, stating that if any part of the Act is found invalid, the remaining provisions remain in effect.

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End Sanctuary Cities Act of 2026 — HR. 7612

Last updated: 2/20/2026 · Introduced: 2/20/2026

Author: Lance Gooden (R-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill establishes a federal prohibition against state and local officials restricting cooperation with Department of Homeland Security requests regarding the release of individuals identified as criminal aliens.
Violations of this prohibition carry potential prison sentences ranging from 30 days to 25 years, depending on the severity of the underlying criminal charges.
The bill defines key terms such as 'criminal alien' and 'responsible executive official' to clarify the scope of the restrictions.

119th Congressin committeeS. 3805(Introduced)Official page

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