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Rep. Byron Donalds Introduces Biometric Immigration Tracking Bill

4/21/2026

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U.S. Representative Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) introduced the Reform Immigration Through Biometrics Act to implement biometric tracking for all entries and exits from the United States.
The bill targets visa overstays and fraudulent immigration documents.
Donalds said the measure requires federal oversight and accountability from the Department of Homeland Security to ensure the system is executed.
DeSantis expressed confidence in the bill’s swift passage and highlighted Republican commitment to immigration reform.

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U.S. Representative Byron Donalds (R-Fla.) introduced the Reform Immigration Through Biometrics Act to implement biometric tracking for all entries and exits from the United States.
The bill targets visa overstays and fraudulent immigration documents.
Donalds said the measure requires federal oversight and accountability from the Department of Homeland Security to ensure the system is executed.
DeSantis expressed confidence in the bill’s swift passage and highlighted Republican commitment to immigration reform.