Millions Could Face New DHS Registration Requirement
Summary
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has finalized a rule that requires many non-citizens living in the United States to register with the government, provide fingerprints, and carry proof of registration. This rule enforces an existing law that has rarely been applied before but will now be actively enforced, with penalties for those who do not comply.Key Facts
- The rule requires non-citizens aged 14 and older living in the U.S. for more than 30 days without prior registration to register with DHS.
- Registration includes submitting personal information, biometric data like fingerprints, and carrying proof of compliance.
- Between 2.2 million and 3.2 million people could be affected by this requirement.
- Failure to register can lead to fines, criminal charges, or imprisonment.
- The rule formalizes a system first introduced in March 2025 and makes it permanent.
- It clarifies what counts as official registration and acceptable proof.
- Parents or guardians must register children under 14; those turning 14 must re-register and provide fingerprints.
- The law behind this requirement (Section 262 of the Immigration and Nationality Act) has been in place for decades but enforcement has been rare until now.
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