Us Congress House Bill HB5026

Us Congress 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 8/22/25
• Refer: 8/22/25

Caption

ALCATRAZ Act Accelerated Logistics and Coordination for Arresting, Transporting, and Removing Aliens Zones Act

Impact

The implementation of HB5026 will significantly affect state laws concerning the detention of migrants by providing financial support that aims to alleviate the fiscal burden on local governments. By facilitating federal reimbursement for these specific costs, proponents argue that the bill enhances state capability to manage detention facilities, ultimately leading to improved infrastructure for migrant processing. This federal program could lead to enhanced collaboration between federal and state authorities regarding migrant management.

Summary

House Bill 5026, referred to as the 'Accelerated Logistics and Coordination for Arresting, Transporting, and Removing Aliens Zones Act' (ALCATRAZ Act), seeks to establish a grant program within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). This program is designed to reimburse states and local governments for costs associated with the detention of migrants at facilities within their jurisdictions starting from January 20, 2025. The bill aims to create a structured financial support system to assist state and local governments as they manage increasing migrant populations.

Contention

Notably, the discussions surrounding HB5026 may raise concerns about the implications of increased funding for migrant detention. Critics may argue that introducing federal reimbursement mechanisms could incentivize states to expand detention facilities, potentially leading to human rights concerns and increased migrant hardships. Moreover, the bill includes provisions for a report by the Secretary of Homeland Security, which will outline plans for rapid construction of new facilities and the identification of appropriate properties. Such measures could spark debates over local governance and the ethical ramifications of migrant detention policies.