Border barriers and roads to be built in Arizona, laws waived

TITLE: Border barriers and roads to be built in Arizona, laws waived

WHAT HAPPENED: The Secretary of Homeland Security announced on July 21, 2026, that some U.S. laws, regulations, and legal requirements will be waived (skipped) to build barriers and roads quickly near the U.S.–Mexico border in Arizona.

WHO IT AFFECTS: This determination applies to the border area in the state of Arizona. It may affect people who live near, work near, or cross the border in that region.

WHAT TO DO NOW:

• No immediate paperwork or application is required based on this notice alone.

• If you live or travel near the Arizona border, stay alert for local updates on construction zones.

• You can consult an immigration attorney if you have concerns about how border changes may affect you.

SOURCE: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/07/21/2026-14604/determination-pursuant-to-section-102-of-the-illegal-immigration-reform-and-immigrant-responsibility

DISCLAIMER: General info from Homeland Security Department, not legal advice — check with an immigration attorney. English is authoritative.