DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (7 Jul 2026): Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.
What this bill does
This bill, H.R. 9314, would pause new contracts and extensions for certain surveillance and data analytics technologies used by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). These technologies are defined as those that collect, analyze, or use personal information to identify, locate, or track individuals for immigration enforcement. The moratorium would remain in effect until specific audits, public reporting, and other requirements are met.
The bill would affect U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and the Office of Intelligence and Analysis within DHS, as well as other components the Secretary designates. The moratorium could be waived in cases of imminent threats to life, public safety, or national security, but this would require a detailed justification submitted to Congress.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committees on the Judiciary and Homeland Security. The next step in the legislative process would be for these committees to consider the bill. If it passes out of committee, it could then be considered by the full House.
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Timeline
7 Jul 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9314 do?
- This bill, H.R. 9314, would pause new contracts and extensions for certain surveillance and data analytics technologies used by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). These technologies are defined as those that collect, analyze, or use personal information to identify, locate, or track individuals for immigration enforcement. The moratorium would remain in effect until specific audits, public reporting, and other requirements are met. The bill would affect U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, and the Office of Intelligence and Analysis within DHS, as well as other components the Secretary designates. The moratorium could be waived in cases of imminent threats to life, public safety, or national security, but this would require a detailed justification submitted to Congress. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committees on the Judiciary and Homeland Security. The next step in the legislative process would be for these committees to consider the bill. If it passes out of committee, it could then be considered by the full House.
- Has H.R. 9314 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9314. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9314?
- H.R. 9314 was sponsored by Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10] (D-NY), with 8 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9314?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability. (7 Jul 2026).
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