Fund Schools, Not ICE Act
To transfer certain unobligated funds appropriated to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement under the Secure America Act to the Department of Education to carry out programs under part A of title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965, and for other purposes.
This bill proposes to move certain unused funds from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to the Department of Education. These funds were originally allocated under the Secure America Act. The aim is to use these funds to support educational programs under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. These programs help improve educational outcomes for children from low-income families.
The funds would affect educational programs primarily benefiting children from low-income families, potentially enhancing resources and opportunities in schools that serve these communities. Meanwhile, ICE would have fewer resources to allocate to its operations.
As of July 13, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the House and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, as well as the Committees on Education and Workforce, and Homeland Security. This means it is now under review by these committees, which will determine the next steps for the bill.
