WASHINGTON, D.C, – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Nuclear Family Priority Act. This bill ends visa categories for extended, non-nuclear family members and limits sponsorship to immediate family only. It reduces baseline caps on family-sponsored visas by 65% from 226,000 to 80,000 per year and addresses special cases involving immigrants with parents in the U.S. The bill supports President Trump’s efforts to curb illegal immigration and ease pressure on the immigration system. Rep. Eli Crane (AZ-2) is leading the companion bill in the House. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “Unlimited chain migration has overwhelmed our country and abused the rule of law. Worse,

WASHINGTON, D.C. – This afternoon, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) will deliver his maiden speech on the Senate Floor. WHAT: Maiden speeches in the U.S. Senate are a long-standing tradition where newly elected Senators deliver their first formal remarks from the Senate floor.  Senator Banks is the first member of the 119th freshman class to deliver their maiden speech this Congress. WHEN: April 9, 2025 4:30 PM ET WHERE: Senate Floor. Stream live by clicking here.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) introduced the Safeguarding American Education From Foreign Control Act. This bill requires universities to disclose gifts disclose gifts they receive from foreign adversaries, regardless of the amount of the gift or contract. This bill aligns with President Trump’s America First agenda by preventing foreign money and influence from infiltrating our higher education institutions. Rep. Erin Houchin (IN-9) is introducing the companion bill in the House. Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.): “Americans deserve to know if universities are accepting money from our enemies like China, Iran, Russia, and North Korea. This bill delivers that transparency and stops hostile