SRES. 29Introduced
An original resolution expressing the sense of the Senate that the President of the United States possesses legal authority under existing law to take immediate and necessary action to secure the southwest border of the United States.
Expresses the Senate’s view that the President already has legal authority to secure the southwest border and should use existing law to manage lawful entry, deter illegal immigration, and protect national security
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Expresses the Senate’s view that the President already has legal authority to secure the southwest border and should use existing law to manage lawful entry, deter illegal immigration, and protect national security
Key points
- Declare presidential border authority
Current status
Where it stands
Status
Introduced
Latest action
2025-01-21 — Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 5.
Related context
Topics and policy areas
undefinedBorder security and unlawful immigrationImmigrationPresidents and presidential powers, Vice Presidents