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SHIELD Act: Stricter Penalties for Illegal Squatting by Non-Citizens.

This act introduces new rules for non-citizens who illegally occupy properties. Individuals convicted of or admitting to such acts may face inadmissibility to the United States or deportation. The aim is to protect property owners from unauthorized occupation of their homes.
Key points
Non-citizens convicted of or admitting to acts of trespass (squatting) will be deemed inadmissible to the U.S.
Non-citizens already in the U.S. who commit acts of trespass may be subject to deportation.
These provisions apply regardless of whether the offense is classified as a misdemeanor or felony under federal, state, tribal, or local law.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7959
Sponsor: Rep. Meuser, Daniel [R-PA-9]
Process start date: 2024-04-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SHIELD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_7959.

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 2024-04-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Non-citizens convicted of or admitting to acts of trespass (squatting) will be deemed inadmissible to the U.S.
  • Non-citizens already in the U.S. who commit acts of trespass may be subject to deportation.
  • These provisions apply regardless of whether the offense is classified as a misdemeanor or felony under federal, state, tribal, or local law.
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. Meuser, Daniel [R-PA-9].

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.

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