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Prohibition of Payments to Illegal Immigrants in Civil Settlements

This act aims to prohibit compromise settlement payments in civil actions brought by individuals who have entered or are present in the United States illegally. This means such individuals will not be able to receive money from court settlements unless explicitly authorized by law. The goal is to limit financial compensation opportunities for those violating immigration laws.
Key points
Prohibits compromise settlement payments in civil lawsuits for individuals who entered the U.S. illegally or are present without valid documents.
Limits financial compensation opportunities for those violating immigration laws, unless expressly permitted by statute.
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Print number: 117_HR_5854
Sponsor: Rep. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-4]
Process start date: 2021-11-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Illegal Immigrant Payoff Prohibition Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5854.

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 2021-11-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits compromise settlement payments in civil lawsuits for individuals who entered the U.S. illegally or are present without valid documents.
  • Limits financial compensation opportunities for those violating immigration laws, unless expressly permitted by statute.
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. McClintock, Tom [R-CA-4].

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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