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New Penalties for Illegal Entry and Visa Overstays

This bill introduces stricter financial and imprisonment penalties for individuals who have entered the United States illegally or overstayed their visas. These changes could significantly impact those residing in the U.S. without valid immigration status, increasing the risk of legal and financial consequences.
Key points
Increased fines for illegal entry from $50-$250 to $500-$1,000.
New penalties for visa overstays of at least 10 days, including fines or imprisonment up to 6 months for a first offense, and up to 2 years for subsequent offenses.
Additional civil penalties of $500-$1,000 for each visa overstay violation, doubled for repeat offenders.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2436
Sponsor: Rep. Moran, Nathaniel [R-TX-1]
Process start date: 2023-03-30
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Visa Overstays Penalties Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2436.

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 2023-03-30.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased fines for illegal entry from $50-$250 to $500-$1,000.
  • New penalties for visa overstays of at least 10 days, including fines or imprisonment up to 6 months for a first offense, and up to 2 years for subsequent offenses.
  • Additional civil penalties of $500-$1,000 for each visa overstay violation, doubled for repeat offenders.
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. Moran, Nathaniel [R-TX-1].

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 2025-12-24.

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