Bill 119 HR 707, also known as the "To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to make unlawful voting an aggravated felony" bill, aims to address the issue of unlawful voting by making it a more serious offense under immigration law.
The bill proposes an amendment to the Immigration and Nationality Act that would classify unlawful voting as an aggravated felony. This means that individuals who are found guilty of unlawfully voting could face harsher penalties, including deportation or being barred from re-entering the United States.
Supporters of the bill argue that unlawful voting undermines the integrity of the electoral process and should be treated as a serious offense. They believe that by making unlawful voting an aggravated felony, it will deter individuals from engaging in this illegal activity.
Opponents of the bill, however, argue that it could disproportionately impact certain communities, such as immigrants and minority groups, who may be more likely to inadvertently vote unlawfully due to language barriers or misinformation. They also raise concerns about the potential for abuse and misuse of the law to target certain groups of individuals.
Overall, Bill 119 HR 707 seeks to address the issue of unlawful voting by imposing stricter penalties on those who engage in this illegal activity. The debate surrounding the bill highlights the complex and contentious nature of immigration and voting rights issues in the United States.