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National Office of New Americans Act

May 11, 2026

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Where This Stands

Introduced
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Currently in_committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Last action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.Jul 27, 2023
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Finance Connection

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$2,500across 2 reported contributions
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CandidateDonorAmountIndustryDate
CATHERINE CORTEZ MASTO FOR SENATEJONES, ROBERT$1,500LIFE INSURANCEMar 2026
CATHERINE CORTEZ MASTO FOR SENATETHOMAS, LAUREN$1,000CEOMar 2026

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The Frame

What this does

If passed, this bill would create a new federal agency tasked with overseeing and coordinating how the government supports the social and economic integration of immigrants and refugees across the country.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Immigrants and Refugees

The office is tasked with creating and evaluating federal programs specifically aimed at their social, economic, and civic integration.

State and Local Governments

The office is required to consult with these entities biannually and coordinate integration efforts with them.

Federal Agencies

The new office has the authority to audit their integration-related programs and request temporary reassignment of their personnel.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill proposes creating a new federal office within the to coordinate immigrant and refugee integration efforts. The office would focus on promoting citizenship, English language learning, workforce development, and collaboration with state and local governments.

Key Facts

  • Establishes the 'National Office of New Americans' within the Executive Office of the President.
  • The Office is led by a Director appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate.
  • Creates three Deputy Director positions: Citizenship and Inclusion, Workforce and the Economy, and Children's Integration Success.
  • Establishes a Bureau of State and Local Affairs within the Office, led by an Associate Director.
  • The Director serves as a member of the Domestic Policy Council and the National Economic Council.
  • The Office is required to submit a biannual report to the President and Congress on its activities and consultations.
  • The Office must consult with state and local government officials on a biannual basis.
  • The Director has the authority to hire staff, procure expert services, and request personnel reassignments from other federal agencies.
  • The Office is tasked with auditing and evaluating the effectiveness of federal programs regarding immigrant and refugee integration.
  • The Office is authorized to accept donations of property from government agencies.

Why It Matters

If passed, this bill would create a new federal agency tasked with overseeing and coordinating how the government supports the social and economic integration of immigrants and refugees across the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

What would the National Office of New Americans actually do?
It would coordinate federal, state, and local efforts to help immigrants and refugees integrate into the U.S. economy and civic life, including promoting citizenship and English language learning.
Who would lead this new office?
A Director appointed by the President and confirmed by the U.S. Senate.
Does this bill change existing immigration laws?
The bill focuses on the administrative coordination of integration services and programs rather than changing immigration status or entry laws.

News Coverage

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Lobbying Activity

60 Plus Association

2026

TAXATION/INTERNAL REVENUE CODEENVIRONMENT/SUPERFUNDCOPYRIGHT/PATENT/TRADEMARKHEALTH ISSUES

Signed a coalition letter opposing any efforts to raise the corporate tax rate above the 21% level set in the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA). Signed a coalition in support of the Family Business Legacy Act, H.R. 6329. This legislation creates parity in the tax code between the estate and gift taxes by allowing an estate tax deduction for contributions to 501(c)(4), (c)(5), and (c)(6) organizations. Signed a coalition letter urging opposition to proposals that would raise taxes on carried interest investment income.The letter is urging Congress to reject the misnamed Carried Interest Fairness Act, legislation recently reintroduced by Senators Tammy Baldwin, Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and other progressive members of Congress. This legislation that would increase the tax rate on carried interest investment by 70%, from 23.8% to 40.8%. Signed a coalition letter in support of H.R.574 - ALIGN Act and highlight the 100% bonus depreciation provision's importance as the tax cut reauthorization efforts continue. Signed a coalition to support of repealing IRA's green new deal subsidies in reconciliation to pay for tax cuts. Signed a coalition letter regarding digital services taxes (DST) in an effort to stop Canadas imposition of a discriminatory digital services tax (DST) on U.S. firms and your efforts to include restrictions on the imposition of DSTs and other unfair digital policies in recently announced trade agreements-providing a model for future trade negotiations. Signed a coalition letter urging the President to index capital gains for inflation.

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Discoveries

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Centralization of Integration Policy

The bill represents a move to centralize immigrant integration efforts, which are currently spread across various federal agencies, into a single office within the Executive Office of the President.

Connected Entities

personEd MarkeyUnited States Senator who introduced the bill.Map →
personRon WydenUnited States Senator and co-sponsor.Map →
personElizabeth WarrenUnited States Senator and co-sponsor.Map →
personMazie HironoUnited States Senator and co-sponsor.Map →
personCatherine Cortez MastoUnited States Senator and co-sponsor.Map →
personRichard BlumenthalUnited States Senator and co-sponsor.Map →

Analysis Score

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  • Controversy50
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  • Entertainment10
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  • Buzz25
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