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New National Guard Powers and Penalties for Assaulting Immigration Officers.

This act expands the authority of the National Guard for immigration enforcement, including the apprehension of individuals unlawfully present in the U.S. It also introduces significantly harsher penalties for assaulting immigration enforcement officers, potentially impacting public safety and interactions with law enforcement.
Key points
National Guard can be used for immigration law enforcement, including apprehending individuals and border security operations.
Assaulting an immigration enforcement officer or state officer assisting in immigration operations carries a prison sentence of 5 to 20 years.
If bodily injury results from the assault, the prison term is 10 to 30 years; if death results, life imprisonment or the death penalty applies.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4080
Sponsor: Rep. Harrigan, Pat [R-NC-10]
Process start date: 2025-06-23
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

GUARD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4080.

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 2025-06-23.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • National Guard can be used for immigration law enforcement, including apprehending individuals and border security operations.
  • Assaulting an immigration enforcement officer or state officer assisting in immigration operations carries a prison sentence of 5 to 20 years.
  • If bodily injury results from the assault, the prison term is 10 to 30 years; if death results, life imprisonment or the death penalty applies.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Harrigan, Pat [R-NC-10].

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 2025-12-22.

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