S 3488
Asylum Reform and Loophole Closure Act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 8:48 AM
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Bill overview
This bill, the Asylum Reform and Loophole Closure Act, aims to tighten the requirements for asylum eligibility in the United States. It modifies how asylum claims are evaluated, particularly regarding a person's transit through other countries and their application for protection there. The bill also strengthens penalties for illegal entry and visa fraud, and raises the standard for determining whether an asylum applicant has a credible fear of persecution. Finally, it allows for the temporary joint detention of children with their parents during expedited removal or asylum proceedings.
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