DHS Proclaims Mass Alien Influx, Extends Border Enforcement Authority
Published Date: 9/22/2025
Notice
Summary
The Department of Homeland Security has officially declared a mass influx of people crossing the border, extending special rules that let local law enforcement help with immigration duties. This extension means these changes will stay in place until at least September 17, 2025, helping manage safety and resources. The move affects border communities and could impact local budgets and operations as they pitch in to handle the situation.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 3 costs, 0 mixed.
Nationwide Mass Influx Finding Extended
The Secretary of Homeland Security has found an actual or imminent mass influx of aliens at the southern border and is requesting assistance from State and local governments in all 50 States. The finding is effective immediately and will expire in 180 days.
State and Local Officers May Do Immigration Duties
Under the Finding and authorities in the Immigration and Nationality Act and 28 CFR 65.83, the Secretary may authorize a State or local law enforcement officer, with the consent of the officer's superiors, to perform duties of immigration officers under the INA.
ICE Capacity Strain and Enforcement Priorities
The notice states ICE had a detention population of 59,134 with a maximum capacity of 62,000 (about 95% occupancy) and that ICE prioritizes detention space for aliens with criminal records, public safety risks, and national security risks. The notice also reports 1,505,425 aliens on the ICE non-detained docket with final orders of removal and that ICE ERO has 6,204 officers and 9,960 vacancies (a 61% vacancy rate).
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