In a significant development for US immigration policy, Republican Congressman Chip Roy has announced plans to introduce legislation that would completely halt all immigration into the United States until stringent security and policy reforms are implemented.
The Proposed Immigration Freeze Legislation
Texas Representative Chip Roy revealed his intentions during an appearance on The Benny Show, a program hosted by political commentator Benny Johnson. The proposed bill would impose a total freeze on all forms of immigration until what Roy described as "certain objectives" are achieved by the government.
The lawmaker specifically mentioned several key reforms that must precede any resumption of immigration, including overhauling chain migration policies, eliminating the H-1B visa program, addressing birthright citizenship, and implementing vetting procedures for adherence to Sharia law.
Rationale Behind the Drastic Measure
Roy justified his proposed legislation by pointing to what he termed a "massive Islamism problem" in the United States. During his interview, the congressman expressed concerns about communities that he claims show no desire to integrate into American society.
"We're dealing with a massive problem of the advancement of Sharia law," Roy stated. "We're dealing with a mass community that is growing up and has no desire to assimilate and come here, to become American and embrace Western civilization, embrace our Constitution, and embrace our values."
Context of Recent Immigration Changes
Roy's announcement comes shortly after the Trump administration implemented major changes to the H-1B visa application process. In September, a proclamation signed by President Trump dramatically increased the fee for new H-1B visa applications from approximately $1,500 to $100,000.
The US State Department later clarified that this substantial fee hike applies only to new H-1B petitions or lottery entries submitted after September 21. Current visa holders and applications filed before this date remain unaffected by the new financial requirement.
Congressman Roy has established himself as a vocal advocate for stricter immigration controls and border security measures, consistently aligning with the Trump administration's immigration policy objectives. His latest proposal represents one of the most comprehensive attempts to restrict immigration through legislative means.
