Bill > HR3486

This bill aims to significantly increase penalties for individuals who illegally enter or reenter the United States. Under the proposed legislation, first-time illegal entry would be punishable by up to 5 years in prison (increased from the current 2 years), and individuals who enter illegally and are subsequently convicted of a crime punishable by more than one year in prison could face a minimum of 5 years in prison, with potential life imprisonment. For individuals who have been previously removed or denied entry, the penalties become even more severe: those with three or more misdemeanors involving drugs or crimes against a person could face up to 15 years in prison, while those with prior felony convictions or serious criminal histories would face a mandatory minimum of 10 years in prison, with potential imprisonment for life. The bill also expands the definition of illegal entry to include eluding immigration officers, entering at unauthorized locations, or using false representations. Additionally, the legislation modifies language around reentry, making it more difficult for previously removed individuals to legally return to the United States without explicit consent from the Department of Homeland Security.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3486/all-info