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Increased Penalties for Sexual Abuse by Individuals Unlawfully Present in the U.S.

This legislation significantly increases the penalties for sexual assault and abuse under federal law. The key change allows for the death penalty to be imposed on individuals who commit these offenses while lacking lawful immigration status in the United States. This aims to enhance public safety and impose stricter consequences on offenders of severe crimes.
Key points
Allows for the imposition of the death penalty for aggravated sexual abuse committed by individuals unlawfully present in the U.S.
Amends federal criminal law (Title 18, Sections 2241 and 2242) regarding sexual offenses.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_9016
Sponsor: Rep. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-5]
Process start date: 2024-07-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Justice for American Women and Children Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9016.

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 2024-07-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Allows for the imposition of the death penalty for aggravated sexual abuse committed by individuals unlawfully present in the U.S.
  • Amends federal criminal law (Title 18, Sections 2241 and 2242) regarding sexual offenses.
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. Ogles, Andrew [R-TN-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.

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