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Immigration Law Tightened: Deportation for Kidnapping and Sexual Abuse Convictions.

This bill aims to enhance public safety by clarifying and strengthening immigration enforcement rules. It explicitly mandates that non-citizens convicted of kidnapping or sexual abuse are ineligible to enter the United States. Furthermore, these serious crimes are now clearly defined as grounds for immediate deportation from the country, directly impacting community safety.
Key points
Individuals convicted of kidnapping (Chapter 55 of Title 18) are automatically deemed inadmissible to the U.S.
Individuals convicted of sexual abuse (Chapter 109A of Title 18) are automatically deemed inadmissible and deportable.
The law adds these offenses to the list of crimes that serve as grounds for deporting non-citizens already residing in the United States.
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Print number: 118_S_733
Sponsor: Sen. Thune, John [R-SD]
Process start date: 2023-03-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Reverse Entry for Migrant Offenders and Violence Expulsion Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_733.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals convicted of kidnapping (Chapter 55 of Title 18) are automatically deemed inadmissible to the U.S.
  • Individuals convicted of sexual abuse (Chapter 109A of Title 18) are automatically deemed inadmissible and deportable.
  • The law adds these offenses to the list of crimes that serve as grounds for deporting non-citizens already residing in the United States.
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. Thune, John [R-SD].

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 2025-12-27.

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