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HRES 1261118th CongressFailed / ExpiredHouse

Honoring the service and sacrifices of the men and women of the U.S. Border Patrol and their families on its centennial.

Policy Area: Immigration
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Origin Chamber
House
Last Updated
Jan 16, 2025
Latest Action Date
May 24, 2024

Latest Action

Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.

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Executive Summary

H.Res.1261 is a House resolution introduced in the 118th Congress to honor the service and sacrifices of the men and women of the U.S. Border Patrol and their families on the occasion of the agency's centennial. The resolution recognizes the contributions of Border Patrol personnel in securing the nation's borders. The bill does not contain legislative text or provisions beyond this commemorative purpose.

Bottom Line

This resolution serves as a formal recognition of the U.S. Border Patrol's 100 years of service and the sacrifices made by its members and their families, without proposing new policies or funding.

Policy Risk Level
🟢 Low
Neutral Risk Assessment
Key Points
  • The bill is a House resolution (H.Res.1261) focused on honoring the U.S. Border Patrol on its 100th anniversary.
  • It acknowledges the service and sacrifices of Border Patrol agents and their families.
  • The resolution does not include substantive legislative changes or appropriations.
Who Benefits?

['U.S. Border Patrol personnel', 'Families of Border Patrol agents', 'Department of Homeland Security as the overseeing agency']

Potential Concerns

['As a commemorative resolution, there are no direct implementation or cost concerns.', 'No new authority or oversight mechanisms are established.', 'The resolution does not affect immigration policy or enforcement practices.']

Political Context

The resolution was introduced in the House and referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement. It is situated within the broader immigration policy area but does not propose changes to immigration law or enforcement. The bill status is 'Failed / Expired,' indicating it did not advance to passage.

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Indirect Effects

['May contribute to public recognition and morale among Border Patrol agents and their families.', 'Could influence public and congressional perceptions of border security efforts symbolically.']

GovScope Watchdog Notes

The resolution is purely ceremonial with no legislative or budgetary impact. Transparency considerations are minimal given the absence of substantive policy or funding provisions. The bill's failure to advance limits any potential effects.

Passage Likelihood: LowConfidence: 90%Model: gpt-4.1-mini

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