Bill · S. 2001· Senate(119-S-2001)
No Visas for Violent Criminals Act
- Introduced
- 6/10/2025
- Last activity
- 6/10/2025 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- Sponsored by
- Tom Cotton
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "No Visas for Violent Criminals Act," targets aliens convicted of specific crimes. It seeks to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act regarding unlawful protest-related activities. Under this act, aliens convicted of crimes involving the defacement, vandalism, or destruction of Federal property would be considered deportable. It also includes those convicted of crimes involving the intentional obstruction of highways, roads, bridges, or tunnels during a protest. If convicted of these crimes, any issued visa would be immediately cancelled. Finally, the bill requires the alien to be removed from the United States within 60 days of the conviction.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this tighten control of the border?+5
The bill enhances border control and enforcement by mandating expedited removal of certain aliens.
Does this give the federal government more power?+5
The bill expands federal authority by creating new categories of deportable offenses and mandates expedited removal.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+2
The bill provides protections for federal property against vandalism and destruction.
The opposite· 3 of 5
Would immigrants be better off under this?-8
The bill imposes stricter deportation rules and immediate visa cancellation on aliens for specific protest activities.
Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens?-7
The bill restricts legal status and increases deportation risks for non-citizens involved in specific protest activities.
Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?-6
The bill mandates expedited removal and immediate visa cancellation, which may limit due process opportunities.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
-
Removal of those involved in property destruction: The bill targets aliens convicted of crimes involving the defacement, vandalism, or destruction of Federal property (Section 2, subsection a, ii), which may be viewed as a way to protect federal assets.
-
Clearing roadways: The bill targets those involved in the intentional obstruction of any highway, road, bridge, or tunnel during a protest (Section 2, subsection a, iii), which could impact the flow of traffic.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
-
Immediate loss of legal status: Any visa issued to an alien convicted of these specific crimes would be immediately cancelled (Section 2, subsection b, 1).
-
Rapid removal from the country: Aliens convicted of these crimes would be removed from the United States no later than 60 days after the conviction (Section 2, subsection b, 2).
-
Broadened deportation criteria: The bill expands the list of deportable offenses to include crimes related to conduct during a protest, specifically involving property damage or the obstruction of transportation routes (Section 2, subsection a).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Immigrants-8
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Border Security+5Improves Pathway To Citizenship-7Improves Freedom Of Speech-5
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+2Improves Public Land Management+2Improves Roads And Bridges+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+5Improves Due Process-6Improves Freedom Of Speech-5
- 6/10/2025
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in Senate
Jim BanksRepublican · Indiana