A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that aliens who have been convicted of, or who have committed, sex offenses or domestic violence are inadmissible and deportable.

2/19/2025, 11:56 AM
Congress
119

Number
S - 158

Introduced on
2025-01-21

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
Marsha Blackburn

Cosponsors
Ted Cruz
John Cornyn
James Lankford
Tim Sheehy
Katie Boyd Britt

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 s 158, also known as the "Immigration and Nationality Act Amendment Act," aims to make changes to the Immigration and Nationality Act in regards to individuals who have been convicted of sex offenses or domestic violence. The bill proposes that aliens who have been convicted of, or have committed, such crimes would be deemed inadmissible and deportable from the United States.

The bill seeks to strengthen immigration laws by ensuring that individuals with a history of sex offenses or domestic violence are not allowed to enter or remain in the country. This measure is intended to protect the safety and well-being of American citizens by preventing potentially dangerous individuals from gaining entry into the United States.

If passed, this bill would have significant implications for individuals with a criminal history involving sex offenses or domestic violence who are seeking to immigrate to the United States. It would also impact those who are already in the country and may be subject to deportation based on their criminal record. Overall, Bill 119 s 158 represents a proactive approach to addressing public safety concerns related to immigration and aims to prevent individuals with a history of violent crimes from entering or remaining in the United States.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that aliens who have been convicted of, or who have committed, sex offenses or domestic violence are inadmissible and deportable.

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Latest Action1/21/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.