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Support for Victims of Crimes by Undocumented Immigrants

This bill changes how crime victim compensation is paid out. It prioritizes payments to victims of crimes committed by individuals unlawfully present in the U.S. Conversely, individuals unlawfully present in the U.S. will not be eligible for compensation from this program.
Key points
Crime victim compensation programs must prioritize payments to victims of crimes committed by individuals unlawfully present in the U.S.
These programs will not be able to provide compensation to individuals who are themselves unlawfully present in the U.S.
Programs cannot prioritize victims of crimes if the perpetrator's immigration status is unknown.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9265
Sponsor: Rep. Foxx, Virginia [R-NC-5]
Process start date: 2022-11-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Justice for Victims of Open Borders Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9265.

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 2022-11-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Crime victim compensation programs must prioritize payments to victims of crimes committed by individuals unlawfully present in the U.S.
  • These programs will not be able to provide compensation to individuals who are themselves unlawfully present in the U.S.
  • Programs cannot prioritize victims of crimes if the perpetrator's immigration status is unknown.
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. Foxx, Virginia [R-NC-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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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