A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to increase penalties for individuals who illegally reenter the United States after being removed, and for other purposes.

1/30/2025, 11:56 AM
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Bill 119 s 271, also known as the "Illegal Reentry Prevention Act," aims to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to impose harsher penalties on individuals who illegally reenter the United States after being deported. The bill seeks to deter illegal immigration by increasing the consequences for those who repeatedly violate immigration laws.

Under the proposed legislation, individuals who are caught illegally reentering the US after being removed would face stiffer penalties, including longer periods of incarceration and higher fines. The bill also includes provisions to enhance border security measures and improve the enforcement of immigration laws.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to strengthen immigration enforcement and protect national security. They believe that increasing penalties for illegal reentry will discourage individuals from repeatedly violating immigration laws and help to secure the US borders. Opponents of the bill, however, raise concerns about the potential impact on immigrant communities and argue that harsher penalties may not effectively address the root causes of illegal immigration. They also question the cost and feasibility of implementing the proposed measures. Overall, Bill 119 s 271 represents a significant effort to address illegal immigration and strengthen border security. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, where lawmakers are debating its potential impact and weighing the arguments from both sides of the issue.
Congress
119

Number
S - 271

Introduced on
2025-01-28

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

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 271, also known as the "Illegal Reentry Prevention Act," aims to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to impose harsher penalties on individuals who illegally reenter the United States after being deported. The bill seeks to deter illegal immigration by increasing the consequences for those who repeatedly violate immigration laws.

Under the proposed legislation, individuals who are caught illegally reentering the US after being removed would face stiffer penalties, including longer periods of incarceration and higher fines. The bill also includes provisions to enhance border security measures and improve the enforcement of immigration laws.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to strengthen immigration enforcement and protect national security. They believe that increasing penalties for illegal reentry will discourage individuals from repeatedly violating immigration laws and help to secure the US borders. Opponents of the bill, however, raise concerns about the potential impact on immigrant communities and argue that harsher penalties may not effectively address the root causes of illegal immigration. They also question the cost and feasibility of implementing the proposed measures. Overall, Bill 119 s 271 represents a significant effort to address illegal immigration and strengthen border security. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, where lawmakers are debating its potential impact and weighing the arguments from both sides of the issue.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to increase penalties for individuals who illegally reenter the United States after being removed, and for other purposes.

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Latest Action1/28/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.