The Migrant Resettlement Transparency Act would require the federal government to consult with state and local governments at least 3 days before resettling, transporting, or relocating any non-U.S. nationals not currently in detention. The government would also have to submit monthly reports to Congress on these actions.
Latest Action
Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
AI Summary
Plain-English explanation of this bill
The Migrant Resettlement Transparency Act would require the federal government to consult with state and local governments at least 3 days before resettling, transporting, or relocating any non-U.S. nationals not currently in detention. The government would also have to submit monthly reports to Congress on these actions.
Last updated: 12/30/2025
Official Summary
Congressional Research Service summary
<p><strong>Migrant Resettlement Transparency Act</strong></p> <p>This bill requires the federal government to, before resettling, transporting, or relocating any non-U.S. nationals (<i>aliens</i> under federal law) not in detention, consult with the affected state and local governments. </p> <p>Specifically, the department taking the action, either the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) or the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), must consult with the affected state and local governments at least three days before the action.</p> <p>HHS and DHS must also submit to Congress monthly state-specific reports about such actions. </p>
Key Points
Main provisions of the bill
The bill mandates federal consultation with state and local governments before resettling or relocating non-U.S. nationals not in detention.
Federal agencies like the Department of Health and Human Services and Department of Homeland Security must provide 3 days' notice to affected state and local governments.
The government must submit monthly reports to Congress detailing these resettlement and relocation actions on a state-by-state basis.
How This Impacts Americans
Potential effects on citizens and communities
This bill would impact state and local governments, who would have more advance notice and input on the resettlement of non-U.S. nationals in their communities. It could also affect the federal government's ability to efficiently resettle or relocate migrants and refugees if they must provide extensive notification and reporting.
Policy Areas
Primary Policy Area
Immigration
Scope & Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction Level
federal
Congressional Session
119th Congress
Citation Reference
3051, 119th Congress (2025). "Victims of Agent Orange Act of 2025". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-3051
