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TX HB5281
TX HB5281Relating to the creation of the criminal offense of improper entry from foreign nation.
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Introduced
03/10/2023
03/10/2023
In Committee
03/24/2023
03/24/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023
05/29/2023
Introduced Session
88th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to the creation of the criminal offense of improper entry from foreign nation.
AI Summary
This bill creates a new criminal offense in Texas called "improper entry from foreign nation." The offense applies to individuals who are not U.S. citizens or nationals and who enter or attempt to enter Texas from a foreign country in an unauthorized manner, such as by evading immigration officers or using false or misleading representations. The offense is generally a Class A misdemeanor, but it can be elevated to a state jail felony or higher felony depending on the individual's prior convictions. The bill takes effect on either July 1, 2023, or September 1, 2023, depending on the vote of the Texas legislature.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Referred to State Affairs (on 03/24/2023)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=88R&Bill=HB5281 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/html/HB05281I.htm |
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