Bernie Sanders (I-VT)· Jun 4, 2026
S.Amdt. 5451: To place reasonable limits on contributions to Super PACs which make independent expenditures.
Ruled out of order
Amendment SA 5451 ruled out of order by the chair.
A Republican bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Became Public Law No: 119-98.
Became law
Passed both chambers and was signed by the President, or became law without a signature.
Nothing more in Congress: it is law. When it takes effect depends on the dates written into it — some parts start at once, others a year or more later.
What this bill would do
The Secure America Act provides massive funding for various Department of Homeland Security functions. It allocates billions of dollars to U.S. Customs and Border Protection for personnel and border security technologies. Significant funds are also directed to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement for immigration enforcement activities and removal operations. The bill includes specific money for combating drug trafficking and fighting child sexual exploitation. Additionally, it funds the hiring of agents, attorneys, and support staff across different agencies. These funds are intended to remain available through September 30, 2029.
Yes· 3 of 6
- Scored +7
Does this tighten control of the border?
Provides massive funding for CBP and ICE to enhance border enforcement and technology.
- Scored +6
Does this give the federal government more power?
Significantly expands federal authority and funding for DHS operations.
- Scored +5
Would children be better off under this?
Allocates $108.5 million specifically for child exploitation investigation and rescue.
The opposite· 3 of 8
- Scored -8
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The bill significantly increases government spending through large new appropriations.
- Scored -7
Would immigrants be better off under this?
Significant increase in enforcement, detention, and removal resources.
- Scored -6
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?
The bill increases funding for immigration enforcement and removal operations.
What Congress actually voted on
8 recorded votes have been taken on this bill. 2 of them decided something; the rest moved it along.
- The Senate: the vote on whether to pass the bill This is the real decision in this chamber. Passing here sends the bill to the other chamber, which must pass it too before it can go to the President. Passed 52 yes · 47 no
06/05/2026 · Roll call 163 · recorded as “On Passage of the Bill S. 2”
- The House: the vote on whether to pass the bill This is the real decision in this chamber. Passing here sends the bill to the other chamber, which must pass it too before it can go to the President. Passed 214 yes · 212 no
06/09/2026 · Roll call 214 · recorded as “On Passage”
- The Senate: a vote on whether to start debating something This decides only whether the chamber takes the measure up at all. Nothing about the measure itself has been decided when it passes. Motion to Proceed Agreed to 53 yes · 46 no
06/03/2026 · Roll call 136 · recorded as “On the Motion to Proceed S. 2”
- The Senate: a vote to send the measure to a committee instead of deciding it now Usually an attempt by the side that expects to lose to change the measure or delay it. If it fails, the measure stays on the floor and the chamber goes on to decide it. Motion to commit rejected 49 yes · 50 no
06/04/2026 · Roll call 137 · recorded as “On the Motion (Schumer motion to commit S.2 to the Committee on the Judiciary with instructions)”
- The Senate: a vote to send the measure to a committee instead of deciding it now Usually an attempt by the side that expects to lose to change the measure or delay it. If it fails, the measure stays on the floor and the chamber goes on to decide it. Motion to commit rejected 47 yes · 50 no
06/04/2026 · Roll call 141 · recorded as “On the Motion (Ossoff Motion to Commit S. 2 to the Committee on the Judiciary with Instructions)”
- The Senate: a vote to send the measure to a committee instead of deciding it now Usually an attempt by the side that expects to lose to change the measure or delay it. If it fails, the measure stays on the floor and the chamber goes on to decide it. Motion to commit rejected 46 yes · 52 no
06/04/2026 · Roll call 147 · recorded as “On the Motion (Warnock Motion to Commit S. 2 to the Committee on the Judiciary with Instructions)”
- The Senate: a vote to send the measure to a committee instead of deciding it now Usually an attempt by the side that expects to lose to change the measure or delay it. If it fails, the measure stays on the floor and the chamber goes on to decide it. Motion to commit rejected 48 yes · 51 no
06/05/2026 · Roll call 153 · recorded as “On the Motion (Wyden Motion to Commit S. 2 to the Committee on the Judiciary with Instructions)”
- The House: a vote to send the measure to a committee instead of deciding it now Usually an attempt by the side that expects to lose to change the measure or delay it. If it fails, the measure stays on the floor and the chamber goes on to decide it. Motion to commit rejected 211 yes · 215 no
06/09/2026 · Roll call 213 · recorded as “On Motion to Commit”
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Victims of Abuse: $108,500,000 is designated to hire and equip additional child exploitation investigators and forensics analysts to help identify and rescue victims of child sexual exploitation and abuse (Sec. 102).
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Drug Trafficking Combat: Funding is provided for the procurement of new inspection equipment and technologies specifically to combat the entry or exit of illicit narcotics, including fentanyl, at various borders (Sec. 103(a)(1) and (5)).
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Enhanced Border Security Technology: The bill provides money for upgrading air and marine operations, as well as surveillance technologies, to improve response capabilities (Sec. 103(a)(2) and (3)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Restrictions on Funds for Processing: Funds appropriated for Border Patrol personnel cannot be used to recruit, hire, or train personnel for the duties of processing coordinators after October 31, 2028 (Sec. 101(b)).
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Limitations on Surveillance Technology: Funds cannot be used for the procurement or deployment of surveillance towers along the southwest and northern borders if they have not been tested and accepted to deliver autonomous capabilities (Sec. 103(b)).
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Restrictions on Release of Certain Individuals: Under the rules for arresting "covered unlawful aliens," funds may not be used to release, parole, or transport individuals for the purpose of their release into the community, except as required by existing law (Sec. 202(9)(C)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill allocates significant funding for hiring personnel across various DHS agencies. Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill significantly increases government spending through large new appropriations. Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — Significant increase in federal spending may impact long-term fiscal outlook. Does this reduce what the federal government owes? — The bill involves massive new appropriations of government funds.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would children be better off under this? — Allocates $108.5 million specifically for child exploitation investigation and rescue. Would immigrants be better off under this? — Significant increase in enforcement, detention, and removal resources. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — The bill increases funding for immigration enforcement and removal operations.
- Healthcare
- Does this do more about addiction and overdose deaths? — Funding is provided for equipment to combat the entry of illicit narcotics like fentanyl.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this give the government more power to monitor people inside the country? — Funds increased for surveillance technologies and biometric entry/exit systems.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this tighten control of the border? — Provides massive funding for CBP and ICE to enhance border enforcement and technology. Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? — The bill focuses heavily on enforcement and removal rather than pathways to legal status.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this give the federal government more power? — Significantly expands federal authority and funding for DHS operations. Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts? — Emphasis on rapid removal and enforcement may impact due process for undocumented individuals. Does this protect people from being watched or searched? — Increased use of biometric and surveillance technologies may impact privacy.
- Public Law (6/11/2026)
The text as it became law
- Enrolled Bill
The final version, on its way to the President
Thomas Tillis (R-NC)· Jun 4, 2026
S.Amdt. 5452: To reallocate funds that would have been used for the Anti-Weaponization Fund to fraud enforcement.
Ruled out of order
Amendment SA 5452 ruled out of order by the chair.
Lindsey Graham (R-SC)· Jun 5, 2026
S.Amdt. 5453: In the nature of a substitute.
Adopted
By voice vote, no names recorded
Christopher Coons (D-DE)· Jun 5, 2026
S.Amdt. 5457: To prohibit the Department of Justice from using taxpayer funds to make settlement payments to individuals convicted of assaulting law enforcement officers on January 6, 2021.
Ruled out of order
Amendment SA 5457 ruled out of order by the chair.
Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV)· Jun 5, 2026
S.Amdt. 5463: To appropriate amounts for local law enforcement hiring programs.
Failed
4553
Tammy Baldwin (D-WI)· Jun 4, 2026
S.Amdt. 5485: To redirect funding for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to the Child Care and Development Block Grant program.
Ruled out of order
Amendment SA 5485 ruled out of order by the chair.
John Hickenlooper (D-CO)· Jun 4, 2026
S.Amdt. 5501: To prohibit the distribution of Federal funds to individuals convicted of certain crimes.
Ruled out of order
Amendment SA 5501 ruled out of order by the chair.
Mazie Hirono (D-HI)· Jun 5, 2026
S.Amdt. 5506: To transfer amounts for youth mentoring programs of the Department of Justice.
Failed
4653
Jeff Merkley (D-OR)· Jun 4, 2026
S.Amdt. 5512: To provide a clarification relating to, and to prohibit the use of funds for, the White House Ballroom.
Ruled out of order
Amendment SA 5512 ruled out of order by the chair.
John Reed (D-RI)· Jun 4, 2026
S.Amdt. 5514: To provide funding for the HOME Investment Partnerships program.
Ruled out of order
Amendment SA 5514 ruled out of order by the chair.
- 6/10/2026
- Signed by President.
- Became Public Law No: 119-98.
- 6/9/2026
- Presented to President.
- Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
- Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by recorded vote: 214 - 212 (Roll no. 214). (text: CR H4017-4018)
- On passage Passed by recorded vote: 214 - 212 (Roll no. 214). (text: CR H4017-4018)
- On motion to commit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 211 - 215 (Roll no. 213).
- The previous question on the motion to commit was ordered pursuant to clause 2(b) of rule XIX.
- Mr. Boyle (PA) moved to commit to the Committee on the Budget. (text: CR H4027)
- The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
- DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on S. 2.
- Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8312, H.R. 8464, H. Res. 1335 and S. 2. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8312, H.R. 8464, H. Res. 1335, and S. 2 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for a motion to recommit H.R. 8312 and H.R. 8464 and a motion to commit S. 2.
- Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 1345. (consideration: CR H4017-4029)
- Rule H. Res. 1345 passed House.
- 6/8/2026
- Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 1345 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 8312, H.R. 8464, H. Res. 1335 and S. 2. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 8312, H.R. 8464, H. Res. 1335, and S. 2 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate on each measure. The resolution provides for a motion to recommit H.R. 8312 and H.R. 8464 and a motion to commit S. 2.
- Held at the desk.
- Received in the House.
- 6/5/2026
- Motion by Senator Wyden to commit to Senate Committee on the Judiciary with instructions rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 48 - 51. Record Vote Number: 153. (text: CR S2562)
- Motion by Senator Rosen to commit to Senate Committee on the Judiciary with instructions rejected in Senate by Voice Vote. (text: CR S2567)
- Motion by Senator Wyden to commit to Senate Committee on the Judiciary with instructions rejected in Senate by Voice Vote. (text: CR S2567)
- Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 47. Record Vote Number: 163.
- Passed Senate with an amendment by Yea-Nay Vote. 52 - 47. Record Vote Number: 163. (text: CR S2570-2571)
- Message on Senate action sent to the House.
- 6/4/2026
- Considered by Senate. (consideration: CR S2545-2571)
- Motion by Senator Schumer to commit to Senate Committee on the Judiciary with instructions rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 49 - 50. Record Vote Number: 137. (text: CR S2549)
- Motion by Senator Ossoff to commit to Senate Committee on the Judiciary with instructions rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 47 - 50. Record Vote Number: 141. (text: CR S2552)
- Motion by Senator Warnock to commit to Senate Committee on the Judiciary with instructions rejected in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 46 - 52. Record Vote Number: 147. (text: CR S2558)
- 6/3/2026
- Motion to proceed to consideration of measure agreed to in Senate by Yea-Nay Vote. 53 - 46. Record Vote Number: 136.
- Measure laid before Senate by motion. (consideration: CR S2510-2518)
- 5/20/2026
- Committee on the Budget. Original measure reported to Senate by Senator Graham. Without written report.
- Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 417.
- Bill introduced.
2 bills Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
- 119-SCONRES-33: A concurrent resolution setting forth the congressional budget for the United States Government for fiscal year 2026 and setting forth the appropriate budgetary levels for fiscal years 2027 through 2035.
- 119-HRES-1345: Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8312) to establish fraud prevention and program integrity functions and data sharing authorities within the Department of Treasury and a permanent governmentwide Inspector General for Fraud, Accountability, and Recovery, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 8464) to amend title 31, United States Code, to authorize pausing and segmenting payments, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the resolution (H. Res. 1335) condemning actors seeking to defraud the United States Government, and expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that governmentwide fraud and improper payment prevention reforms will meaningfully improve the financial prosperity of the United States, and that Federal program eligibility should be verified before payment; and providing for consideration of the bill (S. 2) to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 33.