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Detention and Deportation of Illegal Aliens Assaulting Law Enforcement

This act introduces new rules for detaining and deporting individuals illegally present in the U.S. who assault law enforcement officers. It aims to enhance public safety and protect uniformed services. Citizens may experience stronger law enforcement in safety matters.
Key points
Illegal aliens charged with or convicted of assaulting a law enforcement officer will be subject to mandatory detention.
The Secretary of Homeland Security will issue detainers and take custody of such individuals.
The act defines what constitutes an assault on a law enforcement officer and who is considered a law enforcement officer, including firefighters and campus police.
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VOTING RESULTS
2024-05-15
64%
For 265
Against 148
Abstain 0
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7343
Sponsor: Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
Process start date: 2024-02-13
Voting date: 2024-05-15
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 204