S. 5542 — Introduced in Senate

II 118th CONGRESS 2d Session S. 5542 IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATES December 16, 2024Mr. Hagerty introduced the following bill; which was read twice and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs A BILL To prohibit the use of Federal funds to remove the border wall or to dispose of materials previously acquired by the Federal Government to construct the border wall. 1. Limitation on use of Federal funds Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no Federal funds may be used— (1) to deconstruct, dismantle, or otherwise render inoperable any segment of the physical barrier along the international border between the United States and Mexico; or (2) to auction, sell, transfer, or otherwise dispose of any materials or supplies purchased or otherwise acquired by the Federal Government for the purpose of constructing, maintaining, or reinforcing a physical barrier along such border.