119th Congress · House bill · Last action Apr 14, 2026
H.R. 8253In CommitteeImmigration
Republicans authorize BITMAP program for border security operations.
Sponsor: Rep. McCaul, Michael T. (R-TX)3 cosponsorsIntroduced Apr 13, 2026
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Introduced
Apr 13
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House committee
Apr 14
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House floor
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Senate
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Signed
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What happens next: Sits in committee. Needs a markup or favorable report to advance to the House floor.
Sponsor
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Cosponsors (3)
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JR
1 Democrat, 2 Republicans (of 3 shown).
Activity timeline
Apr 14
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
Apr 13
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Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Apr 13
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Introduced in House
Apr 13
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Introduced in House
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All 4 recorded actions since introduction · Source: Congress.gov
Apr 14
HOUSEReferred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
Apr 13
HOUSEReferred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Apr 13
Introduced in House
Apr 13
Introduced in House
All 3 cosponsors
1 Democrat · 2 Republicans
Democrats (1)
Cuellar, HenryTX-28
Republicans (2)
Wilson, JoeSC-02
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