To prohibit the admission of aliens to the United States for 10 years, and for other purposes.
- Bill Number
- H.R. 6374
- Origin Chamber
- House
- Congress
- 119th Congress, Session 1
- Policy Area
- Immigration
- Status
- Introduced
- Latest Action
- 2025-12-03: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- Last Updated
- 2026-01-05T16:09:59Z
AI-Generated Summary
Purpose
The legislation, H.R. 6374, aims to impose a temporary halt on all immigration to the United States by prohibiting the admission of any non-U.S. citizens (referred to as "aliens" in legal terms, meaning individuals who are not U.S. nationals) for a period of 10 years. This is intended to restrict entry into the country during that timeframe.
Key Provisions
- Duration and Scope: Starting from the date the law is enacted, no alien may be admitted to the United States for exactly 10 years.
- Enforcement: The ban applies universally to all forms of admission, with no specified exceptions outlined in the bill (e.g., no carve-outs for refugees, family reunifications, or temporary visas).
- Legislative Process: Introduced on December 3, 2025, by Representatives Paul Gosar and Eli Crane, and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary for review.
Significant Changes to Existing Law
- This bill would fundamentally alter current U.S. immigration laws, such as the Immigration and Nationality Act, which allow for various categories of admissions including family-based, employment-based, humanitarian, and diversity visas.
- It introduces a complete moratorium, overriding ongoing processes for visas, asylum claims, and border entries, effectively suspending the legal framework for admitting non-citizens.
Potential Impacts
- On Government Agencies: Agencies like the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), and Customs and Border Protection (CBP) would face major operational disruptions, including halting visa processing, reducing staff needs for admissions, and redirecting resources toward enforcement and deportations.
- On Citizens: U.S. citizens could experience delays or denials in family reunifications, impacts on businesses reliant on foreign workers (e.g., in tech, agriculture, or healthcare), and broader economic effects from reduced labor inflows.
- On International Relations: The ban could strain diplomatic ties with allies and other nations, potentially leading to reciprocal restrictions on U.S. travel or trade, and complicating foreign aid or global cooperation on issues like migration or security.
- Broader Effects: It might reduce population growth from immigration, affect cultural diversity, and influence sectors like education (fewer international students) and real estate (less demand from newcomers).
Main Stakeholders Affected
- Immigrants and Non-Citizens: Directly barred from entering the U.S., including those with pending applications, refugees, and temporary visitors.
- U.S. Citizens and Residents: Families separated from relatives abroad; employers needing skilled foreign labor; universities and hospitals dependent on international talent.
- Government Entities: Federal immigration agencies (DHS, USCIS, CBP) handling enforcement; state and local governments managing related services like education or welfare.
- International Community: Foreign governments, global businesses, and humanitarian organizations involved in migration or U.S. partnerships.
Notable Legal, Constitutional, or Political Implications
- Legal Challenges: The absolute nature of the ban could face lawsuits alleging violations of constitutional rights, such as due process (fair legal procedures) under the Fifth Amendment or equal protection under the Fourteenth Amendment, especially if it discriminates against certain nationalities without justification.
- Constitutional Concerns: It may conflict with treaty obligations (e.g., refugee conventions) or plenary power over immigration, though courts have historically deferred to Congress on entry restrictions; however, the lack of exceptions could invite scrutiny for being overly broad.
- Political Ramifications: As a highly restrictive measure, it could polarize debates on immigration policy, energize enforcement-focused groups, and draw opposition from pro-immigration advocates, potentially influencing future elections or legislative priorities. Implementation would require clear executive guidance to avoid chaos at borders.
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Sponsor
Cosponsors (1)
Recent Actions
- 2025-12-03: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
- 2025-12-03: Introduced in House
- 2025-12-03: Introduced in House
Bill Versions
- To prohibit the admission of aliens to the United States for 10 years, and for other purposes. — issued 2025-12-03 — PDF (1 pages)