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H.R. 5130 · 118th Congress · 2023–2024

Finish It Act

H.R. 5130 in the 118th Congress (2023–2024) was introduced on Aug 1, 2023, sponsored by Dale W. Strong with 44 co-sponsors.

During the 118th Congress (2023–2024), Joe Biden was president, and Republicans held the House majority and Democrats the Senate majority.

Status
Introduced
Introduced
Aug 1, 2023
Co-sponsors
44
Policy area
Armed Forces and National Security

What it does

Finish It Act This bill requires the Department of Defense (DOD) to submit a plan (within 15 days after the bill is enacted) to utilize, transfer, or donate to states all existing excess border wall construction materials to construct a permanent physical barrier along the U.S.-Mexico border.

Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.

Sponsor

Dale W. Strong (R-AL). Co-sponsors: 44 Republicans.

Where it stands

  • IntroducedAug 1, 2023
  • Passed the House—
  • Passed the Senate—
  • Sent to the President—
  • Became law—

Latest action: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (Aug 1, 2023)

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From GovInfo bill records, Congressional Research Service summaries, Voteview roll calls and lobbying reports.

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Capitol Receipts, “H.R. 5130 (118th Congress): Finish It Act,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/bill/118-hr-5130/finish-it-act (accessed 2026-10-14).

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