H.R.7449

PLATE Act Protecting License-plate Access for Transparency and Enforcement Act

Introduced·2/9/26

Limits federal funding for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to purchase vehicles for civil immigration enforcement.

The PLATE Act, or Protecting License-plate Access for Transparency and Enforcement Act, restricts federal funds for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to purchase, lease, rent, or use vehicles for civil immigration enforcement. This bill mandates that any vehicle used for such activities must display its license plate visibly to the public at all times. The act aims to enhance transparency and accountability in immigration enforcement activities.

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Where it stands

Current
Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 10

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.

Feb 10

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.

Feb 9

House

Introduced in House