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Tom Cotton: “Access to the American banking system is a privilege that should only be reserved for those who respect our laws and…”

On the recordMay 27, 2026
Access to the American banking system is a privilege that should only be reserved for those who respect our laws and sovereignty. My bill will prevent illegal aliens from using our financial institutions to help them stay in our country.
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Tom Cotton
Republican · Arkansas

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Senator Cotton discusses his new legislation on banking access.

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