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Introduced
01/06/2017
01/06/2017
In Committee
02/06/2017
02/06/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
115th Congress
Bill Summary
Establishing Mandatory Minimums for Illegal Reentry Act of 2017 Kate's Law This bill amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to increase penalties applicable to aliens who unlawfully reenter the United States after being removed.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Establishing Mandatory Minimums for Illegal Reentry Act of 2017 or Kate's Law, amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to increase penalties for aliens who unlawfully reenter the United States after being removed. Specifically, it establishes mandatory minimum sentences for such offenses, with penalties ranging from 5 to 20 years in prison, along with potential fines. The bill aims to deter and punish repeat illegal border crossings, building on existing laws that criminalize the act of unlawful reentry.
Committee Categories
Justice, Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (18)
Steve King (R)*,
Lou Barletta (R),
Jim Bridenstine (R),
Mo Brooks (R),
Bradley Byrne (R),
Kevin Cramer (R),
Jeff Duncan (R),
Blake Farenthold (R),
Louie Gohmert (R),
Paul Gosar (R),
Jody Hice (R),
Walter Jones (R),
Doug LaMalfa (R),
Doug Lamborn (R),
Kristi Noem (R),
Pete Olson (R),
Lamar Smith (R),
Lee Zeldin (R),
Last Action
Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Border Security. (on 02/06/2017)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/115th-congress/house-bill/361/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/hr361/BILLS-115hr361ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/115/bills/hr361/BILLS-115hr361ih.pdf.pdf |
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