H.R. 7213: Safeguarding Benefits for Americans Act of 2026


Quick Facts:

Bill Sponsor: Rep. Glenn Grothman (R-WI-6)

Congress: 119

Date Introduced: Jan. 22, 2026

Last Action: Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform. (Jan. 22, 2026)

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Safeguarding Benefits for Americans Act of 2026

This bill bars noncitizens from any Federal assistance benefit with respect to assistance furnished to the individual (or to the household, family, or other similar unit that includes the individual) under any Federal assistance program, including any benefit furnished under a grant or contract made pursuant to any such program.

Rep. Scott Perry (R-PA-10) (Jan. 22, 2026)

Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO-4) (Jan. 22, 2026)

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC-1) (Jan. 22, 2026)

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