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Mandatory Detention for Aliens Charged with Theft and New State Enforcement Powers.

This bill mandates that federal authorities must detain non-citizens who are charged with theft, burglary, larceny, or shoplifting offenses. It also grants State Attorneys General the power to sue the federal government if they believe federal decisions regarding the detention or release of non-citizens harm their state or residents (including financial harm over $100). The goal is to enhance public safety by tightening immigration enforcement against individuals suspected of committing crimes.
Key points
Federal agencies must take custody of and detain non-citizens charged with theft, burglary, larceny, or shoplifting offenses.
State Attorneys General gain the legal right to sue the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to enforce federal immigration detention and removal rules.
The legislation aims to end the practice of releasing non-citizens suspected of crimes while they await immigration proceedings ("catch-and-release").
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Print number: 118_S_3933
Sponsor: Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL]
Process start date: 2024-03-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Laken Riley Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3933.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-03-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal agencies must take custody of and detain non-citizens charged with theft, burglary, larceny, or shoplifting offenses.
  • State Attorneys General gain the legal right to sue the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to enforce federal immigration detention and removal rules.
  • The legislation aims to end the practice of releasing non-citizens suspected of crimes while they await immigration proceedings ("catch-and-release").
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 Sen. Britt, Katie Boyd [R-AL].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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