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Stricter Penalties for Fleeing Officers Near US Border

This new act imposes harsher prison sentences and fines for individuals who intentionally flee from federal, state, or local law enforcement officers in a motor vehicle within 100 miles of the U.S. border, including Border Patrol agents. Additionally, non-U.S. citizens committing such an offense may be deemed inadmissible, deportable, or ineligible for asylum.
Key points
Fleeing from an officer in a motor vehicle within 100 miles of the U.S. border becomes a federal offense.
Penalties range up to 2 years imprisonment and a fine; 5 to 20 years for serious bodily injury; 10 years to life for death.
Non-U.S. citizens convicted of this offense may be inadmissible, deportable, or ineligible for immigration relief, including asylum.
Annual reporting required on the number of violations and penalties imposed.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-01-30
64%
For 271
Against 154
Abstain 0
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Expired
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5585
Sponsor: Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Process start date: 2023-09-20
Voting date: 2024-01-30
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5585.

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 2023-09-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Fleeing from an officer in a motor vehicle within 100 miles of the U.S. border becomes a federal offense.
  • Penalties range up to 2 years imprisonment and a fine; 5 to 20 years for serious bodily injury; 10 years to life for death.
  • Non-U.S. citizens convicted of this offense may be inadmissible, deportable, or ineligible for immigration relief, including asylum.
  • Annual reporting required on the number of violations and penalties imposed.
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

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 271 - 154 (Roll no. 25).

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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