What does Preamble of HR 7648 do?

This bill establishes a grant program. The grant program aims to mitigate expenses for municipalities. Municipalities eligible for the grants are those where Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) processing or detention facilities are maintained or under development.

What does SHORT TITLE. of HR 7648 do?

This bill is formally titled the Local Taxpayer Protection Act of 2026

What does IN GENERAL. of HR 7648 do?

This section establishes a grant program administered by the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide financial assistance to municipalities. Municipalities are eligible for grants if they maintain or are developing a facility for processing or detaining individuals arrested or detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Grant amounts cannot exceed the combined cost of unrealized property tax revenue and public utilities used by the municipality in the preceding fiscal year. The grant term is five years, with potential for renewal based on the facility's operation. To apply, municipalities must submit an application detailing financial need, cost-benefit analysis, and other funding sources. Joint or regional grant applications are permitted and encouraged to improve cost-effectiveness and regional efficiency. Grant funds must be used to offset unrealized property tax revenue or public utility expenses, with a goal of making the facility self-sufficient regarding utilities. The term 'public utilities systems' includes water, gas, electricity, internet connectivity, garbage collection, recycling, and sewer systems.

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Local Taxpayer Protection Act of 2026 — HR. 7648

Last updated: 2/23/2026 · Introduced: 2/23/2026

Author: Thomas Kean (R-NJ)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill creates a grant program administered by the Department of Homeland Security to provide financial assistance to municipalities that maintain or are developing facilities for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) processing or detention.
Eligible municipalities can receive grants up to the combined cost of unrealized property tax revenue and public utility expenses incurred in the previous fiscal year, with a five-year grant term and potential for renewal.
Grant funds must be used to offset unrealized property tax revenue or public utility expenses related to the ICE facility.

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