A bill to impose criminal and immigration penalties for intentionally fleeing a pursuing Federal officer while operating a motor vehicle.

2/12/2025, 11:56 AM

Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act

This bill establishes new federal criminal offenses for operating a motor vehicle within 100 miles of the U.S. border while fleeing from a U.S. Border Patrol agent or a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer who is actively assisting or under the command of the U.S. Border Patrol.

The bill establishes criminal penalties for an offense, including a mandatory minimum prison term for an offense resulting in death or serious bodily injury. Additionally, a non-U.S. national who is convicted of or admits to committing an offense is inadmissible, deportable, and ineligible for immigration relief (including asylum).

Bill 119 s 512, also known as the "Fleeing Federal Officer Act," aims to impose criminal and immigration penalties for individuals who intentionally flee from a pursuing Federal officer while operating a motor vehicle. The bill specifically targets those who attempt to evade law enforcement during a traffic stop or other encounter with Federal authorities.

Under this proposed legislation, individuals found guilty of fleeing from a Federal officer could face both criminal charges and potential immigration consequences. The bill seeks to deter individuals from engaging in dangerous and illegal behavior that puts both themselves and law enforcement officers at risk.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the safety of Federal officers and uphold the rule of law. They believe that imposing stricter penalties for fleeing from law enforcement will help to deter individuals from engaging in reckless behavior. Opponents of the bill, however, raise concerns about potential racial profiling and the disproportionate impact that harsher penalties could have on marginalized communities. They argue that the bill could lead to increased tensions between law enforcement and the communities they serve. Overall, Bill 119 s 512 represents a significant effort to address the issue of individuals fleeing from Federal officers while operating a motor vehicle. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, and its fate will ultimately be decided by lawmakers in the coming months.
Congress
119
Number
S - 512
Introduced on
2025-02-11
# 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

Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act

This bill establishes new federal criminal offenses for operating a motor vehicle within 100 miles of the U.S. border while fleeing from a U.S. Border Patrol agent or a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer who is actively assisting or under the command of the U.S. Border Patrol.

The bill establishes criminal penalties for an offense, including a mandatory minimum prison term for an offense resulting in death or serious bodily injury. Additionally, a non-U.S. national who is convicted of or admits to committing an offense is inadmissible, deportable, and ineligible for immigration relief (including asylum).

Bill 119 s 512, also known as the "Fleeing Federal Officer Act," aims to impose criminal and immigration penalties for individuals who intentionally flee from a pursuing Federal officer while operating a motor vehicle. The bill specifically targets those who attempt to evade law enforcement during a traffic stop or other encounter with Federal authorities.

Under this proposed legislation, individuals found guilty of fleeing from a Federal officer could face both criminal charges and potential immigration consequences. The bill seeks to deter individuals from engaging in dangerous and illegal behavior that puts both themselves and law enforcement officers at risk.

Supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the safety of Federal officers and uphold the rule of law. They believe that imposing stricter penalties for fleeing from law enforcement will help to deter individuals from engaging in reckless behavior. Opponents of the bill, however, raise concerns about potential racial profiling and the disproportionate impact that harsher penalties could have on marginalized communities. They argue that the bill could lead to increased tensions between law enforcement and the communities they serve. Overall, Bill 119 s 512 represents a significant effort to address the issue of individuals fleeing from Federal officers while operating a motor vehicle. The bill is currently under consideration in Congress, and its fate will ultimately be decided by lawmakers in the coming months.
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Official Title as IntroducedA bill to impose criminal and immigration penalties for intentionally fleeing a pursuing Federal officer while operating a motor vehicle.

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Latest Summary3/28/2025

Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act

This bill establishes new federal criminal offenses for operating a motor vehicle within 100 miles of the U.S. border while fleeing from a U.S. Border Patrol agent or a federal, state, ...

Latest Action2/11/2025
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.