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Compensation for Victims of Crimes by Illegal Immigrants in Sanctuary Jurisdictions

This act allows individuals harmed by illegal immigrants who benefited from 'sanctuary city' policies to seek compensation from those jurisdictions. It provides a new legal avenue for citizens affected by such situations.
Key points
Ability to sue states or cities that do not cooperate with federal immigration authorities if their policies contributed to harm.
Compensation can be awarded for murder, rape, or other serious felonies committed by illegal immigrants.
Jurisdictions accepting certain federal grants may waive immunity in such cases.
Local officers cooperating with federal authorities on immigrant detentions will be treated as federal agents, potentially affecting their legal liability.
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Print number: 117_HR_515
Sponsor: Rep. Budd, Ted [R-NC-13]
Process start date: 2021-01-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_515.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-01-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ability to sue states or cities that do not cooperate with federal immigration authorities if their policies contributed to harm.
  • Compensation can be awarded for murder, rape, or other serious felonies committed by illegal immigrants.
  • Jurisdictions accepting certain federal grants may waive immunity in such cases.
  • Local officers cooperating with federal authorities on immigrant detentions will be treated as federal agents, potentially affecting their legal liability.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Budd, Ted [R-NC-13].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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