What does Preamble of Protect World Cup Attendees Act do?

This bill aims to restrict the use of Federal funds within State Homeland Security Grant programs. Specifically, it prohibits recipients of these grants from using the funds for civil immigration enforcement activities. The bill's stated purpose is to regulate the use of Federal funds by certain State grant recipients.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Protect World Cup Attendees Act do?

This bill is formally titled the 'Protect World Cup Attendees Act'.

What does LIMITATION ON USE OF FUNDS. of Protect World Cup Attendees Act do?

This section limits the use of federal funds received under specific provisions of an Act to provide for reconciliation. Entities receiving these funds are prohibited from participating in programs under section 287(g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act or carrying out civil immigration enforcement activities during the covered time period. The 'covered time period' is defined as June 11, 2026, to July 19, 2026. Exceptions to this prohibition exist for 'exigent circumstances,' which include imminent risks of death, violence, harm, threats to national security, hot pursuit of dangerous individuals, or destruction of evidence in criminal cases.

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Protect World Cup Attendees Act

Last updated: 3/18/2026 · Introduced: 3/18/2026

Author: LaMonica McIver (D-NJ)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill restricts states receiving federal homeland security grant funds from using those funds for civil immigration enforcement activities.
The prohibition on civil immigration enforcement applies during the period of June 11, 2026, to July 19, 2026.
Exceptions to the prohibition are made for exigent circumstances, such as imminent threats of violence or national security risks.

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