Visa Overstays Penalties Act

Bill 118 hr 2436, also known as the Visa Overstays Penalties Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to address the issue of individuals who overstay their visas in the United States.

The bill proposes several key measures to combat visa overstays. First, it would increase penalties for individuals who overstay their visas, including fines and potential deportation. Additionally, the bill would require the Department of Homeland Security to implement a system to track visa overstays more effectively.

Furthermore, the Visa Overstays Penalties Act would require the Department of Homeland Security to report annually to Congress on the number of visa overstays and the actions taken to address this issue. This transparency is intended to hold the government accountable for enforcing visa regulations. Overall, the Visa Overstays Penalties Act aims to strengthen enforcement measures against visa overstays and improve tracking and reporting of these incidents. Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect national security and ensure that individuals comply with visa regulations. Critics, however, may raise concerns about potential negative impacts on immigrants and the need for a more comprehensive approach to immigration reform.