Bill · H.R. 3781· House(119-HR-3781)

Visa Overstays Penalties Act

Age: 52 years

Texas

Introduced: 6/5/2025
Last activity: 6/5/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by: Nathaniel Moran
Cosponsors: - 13 - 0

Immigration

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled the "Visa Overstays Penalties Act," seeks to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act. It aims to expand penalties regarding illegal entry and presence. The legislation introduces specific penalties for aliens who fail to maintain their nonimmigrant status or comply with its conditions for an aggregate of 10 days. It establishes both criminal and civil penalties for these violations.

Yes

Does this give the federal government more power?+5
The bill increases federal authority by expanding criminal and civil penalties managed by federal law.
Does this tighten control of the border?+5
The bill enhances border security and legal enforcement by increasing penalties for illegal presence and overstays.

The opposite· 3 of 6

Would immigrants be better off under this?-8
The bill significantly increases legal risks, fines, and potential prison time for nonimmigrants who overstay their visas.
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?-5
The bill imposes harsher penalties and more stringent status requirements which may complicate pathways to legal status.
Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this?-4
Immigration enforcement-focused legislation often disproportionately impacts Hispanic communities.