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Stricter Penalties for Fleeing Officers Near the Border

New legislation imposes harsher prison sentences and fines for individuals who intentionally flee from federal, state, or local officers in a vehicle, especially near the U.S. border. The act aims to enhance officer and public safety, and facilitate the deportation of non-citizens who commit such an offense.
Key points
Establishes new federal offenses for intentionally fleeing a pursuing officer in a motor vehicle within 100 miles of the U.S. border.
Penalties include imprisonment up to 2 years for fleeing, 5 to 20 years if serious bodily injury results, and up to life if death occurs.
Non-citizens convicted of this offense will be deemed inadmissible, deportable, and ineligible for asylum or other immigration relief.
Requires annual reporting on the number of fleeing incidents and imposed penalties.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-02-13
63%
For 264
Against 155
Abstain 0
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Passed House
Citizen Poll
No votes cast
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_35
Sponsor: Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6]
Process start date: 2025-01-03
Voting date: 2025-02-13
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 42
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_35.

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 2025-01-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes new federal offenses for intentionally fleeing a pursuing officer in a motor vehicle within 100 miles of the U.S. border.
  • Penalties include imprisonment up to 2 years for fleeing, 5 to 20 years if serious bodily injury results, and up to life if death occurs.
  • Non-citizens convicted of this offense will be deemed inadmissible, deportable, and ineligible for asylum or other immigration relief.
  • Requires annual reporting on the number of fleeing incidents and imposed penalties.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 264 - 155 (Roll no. 42). (text: CR H683)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

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