Sen. Josh Hawley is introducing a bill to block a program that would give ID cards to illegal immigrants. ICE is planning a limited rollout of the program this summer, despite facing Republican opposition.
Key Points
Sen. Josh Hawley is introducing the "No Taxpayer Funds for Illegal Immigrant Identity Cards Act"
ICE plans to distribute approximately 10,000 cards this summer
The cards are not official forms of federal ID
Pros
The program aims to modernize documentation for some noncitizens
It could help officials verify identities more easily
Cons
Facing opposition from Republican lawmakers
Controversial as it involves providing ID cards to illegal immigrants