No Asylum for Criminals Act of 2023

House Bill 921 - No Asylum for Criminals Act of 2023: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2024-01-18T06:05:59Z

Explore the details of House Bill 921 No Asylum for Criminals Act of 2023 currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Immigration. Stay informed on legislative developments.

1/18/2024, 6:05 AM

Congressional Summary of HR 921

No Asylum for Criminals Act of 2023

This bill bars an individual who has been convicted of a crime from receiving asylum, with limited exceptions. Specifically, the Department of Homeland Security may designate political offenses committed outside of the United States that shall not be considered a crime for this purpose.

Currently, an individual shall be barred from receiving asylum for only certain types of criminal convictions, such as if the individual is convicted for (1) an aggravated felony, or (2) a particularly serious crime and as a result deemed a danger to the United States.

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Current Status of Bill HR 921

Bill HR 921 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2023. Bill HR 921 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on February 9, 2023. Bill HR 921's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. as of February 9, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 921

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 921

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 921

No Asylum for Criminals Act of 2023

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that an alien who has been convicted of a crime is ineligible for asylum, and for other purposes.