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Stricter Penalties for Illegal Reentry to US After Removal

This act increases prison sentences for individuals who illegally reenter the United States after being previously removed. It aims to strengthen border security and immigration law enforcement, potentially impacting the nation's immigration policy.
Key points
Increased prison sentences up to 5 years for illegal reentry after removal.
Penalties up to 10 years for individuals with prior convictions for drug offenses, crimes against persons, or other serious felonies.
Mandatory minimum prison sentences of 5 to 20 years for those with prior aggravated felony convictions or multiple illegal reentries.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_4238
Sponsor: Rep. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-5]
Process start date: 2023-06-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Kate's Law

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4238.

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 2023-06-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased prison sentences up to 5 years for illegal reentry after removal.
  • Penalties up to 10 years for individuals with prior convictions for drug offenses, crimes against persons, or other serious felonies.
  • Mandatory minimum prison sentences of 5 to 20 years for those with prior aggravated felony convictions or multiple illegal reentries.
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. Bice, Stephanie I. [R-OK-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 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

CATEGORIES

Migration Courts and Law Security