HR 8172
Federal Benefits Repatriation Verification Act of 2026
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US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 2:43 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Federal Benefits Repatriation Verification Act of 2026, aims to prevent noncitizens receiving federal benefits from transferring large sums of money overseas. It establishes a system requiring these individuals to limit repatriation of funds to $1,000 annually and mandates annual certification of compliance. Financial institutions are required to report all such transactions to the Treasury Department and verify compliance before processing them, with penalties for non-compliance including benefit suspension and potential fines.
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