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US HB7648
Bill
Status
2/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Thomas Kean
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AI Summary
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Secretary of Homeland Security must establish grants for municipalities hosting ICE processing or detention facilities that are operational or under development
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Grant amounts capped at the combined cost of unrealized property tax revenue plus public utilities expenses from the preceding fiscal year
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Grants have 5-year terms with renewal options available for the duration of facility operations in the municipality
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Funds may be used to offset lost property tax revenue, cover public utility costs (water, gas, electricity, internet, garbage, recycling, sewer), or make facilities self-sufficient for utilities
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Two or more municipalities may submit joint or regional applications for shared grants
Legislative Description
Local Taxpayer Protection Act of 2026
Last Action
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Transportation and Infrastructure, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
2/23/2026