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Protecting Immigrants from Legal Exploitation: New Penalties and Support.

This act aims to protect immigrants from fraud by individuals posing as attorneys or offering false immigration services. It introduces stricter penalties for such actions, makes it easier for victims to withdraw and resubmit erroneous applications, and provides educational programs and legal aid for immigrants.
Key points
Severe prison sentences and fines for immigration service fraud and impersonating an attorney.
Ability to withdraw immigration applications submitted due to fraud and resubmit them without negative consequences.
Educational programs for immigrants, informing them about who can legally provide legal services to prevent fraud.
Grants for non-profit organizations providing free legal assistance to immigrants.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_5797
Sponsor: Rep. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11]
Process start date: 2023-09-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Immigrants From Legal Exploitation Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_5797.

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 2023-09-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Severe prison sentences and fines for immigration service fraud and impersonating an attorney.
  • Ability to withdraw immigration applications submitted due to fraud and resubmit them without negative consequences.
  • Educational programs for immigrants, informing them about who can legally provide legal services to prevent fraud.
  • Grants for non-profit organizations providing free legal assistance to immigrants.
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. Foster, Bill [D-IL-11].

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