HR 4080
GUARD Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 6:26 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the GUARD Act, would allow the National Guard to be used for immigration enforcement activities, specifically for apprehending and detaining unlawfully present aliens and conducting border security operations. It also establishes stricter criminal penalties for assaulting immigration enforcement officers, federal and state law enforcement assisting in immigration operations. The bill seeks to modify the Posse Comitatus Act to permit this use of National Guard forces under specific conditions and with Governor approval. It aims to increase enforcement capabilities related to immigration.
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