To amend section 274 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to impose mandatory minimum sentences, and increase certain sentences, for bringing in and harboring certain aliens and to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for persons committing such offenses while armed.

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Summary of Bill HR 238

The bill "To amend section 274 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to impose mandatory minimum sentences, and increase certain sentences, for bringing in and harboring certain aliens and to amend title 18, United States Code, to provide enhanced penalties for persons committing such offenses while armed" was introduced in the 106th Congress on January 6, 1999.

Current Status of Bill HR 238

Bill HR 238 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 6, 1999. Bill HR 238 was introduced during Congress 106 and was introduced to the House on January 6, 1999. Bill HR 238's most recent activity was Received in the Senate. as of October 4, 2000

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 238

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 238

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 238

James E. Rogan

CaliforniaIndependent

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