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Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act
4/26/2024, 2:45 PM
Summary of Bill HR 3602
Bill 118 hr 3602, also known as the Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act, aims to address the issue of transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) using spotters to assist in illegal activities such as drug trafficking, human smuggling, and other illicit operations.
The bill seeks to prevent and eliminate the use of spotters by TCOs by increasing penalties for individuals who knowingly assist TCOs in their criminal activities. It also calls for increased cooperation and information sharing between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to better identify and apprehend spotters.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the Department of Homeland Security to develop and implement a strategy to combat the use of spotters by TCOs, as well as to provide training and resources to law enforcement agencies to help them effectively combat this issue. Overall, the Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act aims to strengthen efforts to combat TCOs and their use of spotters in illegal activities, with the goal of enhancing national security and public safety.
The bill seeks to prevent and eliminate the use of spotters by TCOs by increasing penalties for individuals who knowingly assist TCOs in their criminal activities. It also calls for increased cooperation and information sharing between federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to better identify and apprehend spotters.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for the Department of Homeland Security to develop and implement a strategy to combat the use of spotters by TCOs, as well as to provide training and resources to law enforcement agencies to help them effectively combat this issue. Overall, the Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act aims to strengthen efforts to combat TCOs and their use of spotters in illegal activities, with the goal of enhancing national security and public safety.
Congressional Summary of HR 3602
Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act
This bill provides for criminal penalties for certain conduct that interferes with U.S. border control measures.
Specifically, a person who knowingly transmits the location or activities of law enforcement with the intent to further a crime related to immigration, customs, or controlled substances may be imprisoned for a maximum of 10 years. A person who knowingly damages or destroys a device deployed to control the border or port of entry may be imprisoned for a maximum of 10 years.
Additionally, the bill provides for enhanced punishment for carrying or using a firearm in connection with certain criminal immigration violations such as assisting a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) who is inadmissible due to a felony conviction.
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Current Status of Bill HR 3602
Bill HR 3602 is currently in the status of Failed in House since April 20, 2024. Bill HR 3602 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on May 23, 2023. Bill HR 3602's most recent activity was On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 215 - 199 (Roll no. 143). as of April 20, 2024
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 3602
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
12Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
12Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 3602
Primary Policy Focus
ImmigrationPotential Impact Areas
- Border security and unlawful immigration
- Criminal procedure and sentencing
- Customs enforcement
- Drug trafficking and controlled substances
- Firearms and explosives
- Human trafficking
- Law enforcement administration and funding
- Law enforcement officers
- Smuggling and trafficking
Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 3602
Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act
To prohibit the intentional hindering of immigration, border, and customs controls, and for other purposes.
Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 3602
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