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This bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to strengthen penalties for foreign nationals who overstay their visas or fail to maintain their authorized immigration status. Specifically, the bill establishes that a nonimmigrant (a foreign visitor with a temporary visa) who remains in the United States beyond their authorized stay for 10 or more aggregate days will be subject to significant penalties. For a first offense, the individual could face up to 6 months in prison, a fine, or both. For subsequent violations or if the person was previously convicted of illegal entry, the potential prison sentence increases to up to 2 years. Additionally, the bill introduces civil penalties ranging from $500 to $1,000 for each violation, with the fine potentially doubling for repeat offenders. The legislation also increases monetary fines for illegal entry, raising the minimum fine from $50 to $500 and the maximum from $250 to $1,000. These enhanced penalties aim to discourage visa overstays and strengthen immigration enforcement by creating more substantial consequences for individuals who do not comply with their visa terms.

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