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RepublicanBill · H.R. 578· House(119-HR-578)

Sarah’s Law

Rep. Feenstra
Age: 57 years
Iowa
Introduced
1/21/2025
Last activity
1/21/2025 — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Sponsored by
Randy Feenstra
Cosponsors
Republican - 53Democrat - 0
Immigration
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

What this bill would do

This bill, titled "Sarah's Law," directs U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to take certain aliens into custody. It specifically targets those charged with, arrested for, convicted of, or admitting to acts that resulted in the death or serious bodily injury of another person. The legislation amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to include these individuals in mandatory detention categories. Additionally, it requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to gather victim information and provide specific details to victims or their relatives. It also mandates the issuance of detainers and the expedited taking of custody for these individuals.

Yes

  • Does this tighten control of the border?+5

    The bill increases enforcement by requiring mandatory detention and expedited custody for certain aliens charged with serious crimes.

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+4

    The bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to provide specific information and status updates to crime victims and their families.

The opposite

  • Would immigrants be better off under this?-6

    The bill expands mandatory detention categories and requires the government to expedite custody for certain aliens.

  • Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?-5

    The bill mandates detention and removal efforts for individuals charged with crimes involving death or serious injury.