Us Congress 2023-2024 Regular Session

Us Congress House Bill HB7909

Introduced
4/9/24  
Refer
4/9/24  
Report Pass
5/22/24  

Caption

Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act

Impact

If passed, HB 7909 would significantly modify federal immigration law by introducing stricter criteria for the admissibility and deportability of certain individuals based on their criminal activity. The changes would mean that individuals found guilty of the specified crimes could be denied entry into the United States, as well as face deportation if they are already present. This could have lasting implications for community safety and the legal landscape, as individuals fleeing abusive situations could find themselves facing deportation rather than protection.

Summary

House Bill 7909, known as the 'Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act', aims to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act by establishing that aliens who are convicted of or have committed sex offenses or domestic violence will be considered inadmissible and deportable. The intent of this bill is to bolster protections for victims of domestic violence and other related crimes by ensuring that individuals who pose a threat to public safety cannot remain in the country. The bill specifically includes provisions against stalking, child abuse, and violations of protection orders, which broadens the scope of offenses that could lead to inadmissibility and deportation.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding the bill appears to be contentious. Proponents argue that the bill is a necessary measure to protect victims, especially women and children, from serial offenders and to ensure that those who threaten community safety are swiftly removed from the country. In contrast, opponents may view the bill as overly punitive, potentially deterring victims from reporting crimes for fear of deportation, which could perpetuate a cycle of abuse.

Contention

Notable points of contention include the potential for unintended consequences on vulnerable populations. Critics argue that in attempting to safeguard from violence, the bill might dissuade immigrant women from seeking help or legal protection due to fears about their immigration status. Additionally, there is concern regarding how this bill would interact with existing laws on domestic violence and the support systems available for victims. The balance between immigration enforcement and the protection of vulnerable individuals is central to the ongoing debate surrounding HB 7909.

Companion Bills

US HR1455

Related Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3724) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit recognized accrediting agencies and associations from requiring, encouraging, or coercing institutions of higher education to meet any political litmus test or violate any right protected by the Constitution as a condition of accreditation; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4790) to amend the Federal securities laws with respect to the materiality of disclosure requirements, to establish the Public Company Advisory Committee, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5179) to require the maintenance of the country of origin markings for imported goods produced in the West Bank or Gaza, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5339) to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to specify requirements concerning the consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5717) to provide that sanctuary jurisdictions that provide benefits to aliens who are present in the United States without lawful status under the immigration laws are ineligible for Federal funds intended to benefit such aliens; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7909) to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that aliens who have been convicted of or who have committed sex offenses or domestic violence are inadmissible and deportable; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 136) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles".

Previously Filed As

US HB30

Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens ActThis bill establishes certain criminal grounds for making non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) inadmissible and expands the crimes for which a non-U.S. national is deportable.First, the bill establishes that a non-U.S. national is inadmissible if the individual has admitted to or is convicted of acts constituting the essential elements of stalking, child abuse, child neglect, child abandonment, a sex offense, conspiracy to commit a sex offense, a violation of certain protection orders, or domestic violence (including physical or sexual abuse or a pattern of coercive behavior when it occurs within certain close relationships).  Next, the bill establishes additional grounds for deportation. Under current law, a non-U.S. national is deportable for certain criminal convictions, including domestic violence, stalking, and child abuse. The bill makes any sex offense (including crimes against minors) or conspiracy to commit a sex offense a basis for deportation. The bill also expands the domestic violence crimes that make a non-U.S. national deportable to include physical or sexual abuse or a pattern of coercive behavior when it occurs within certain close relationships.

US SB158

Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens ActThis bill establishes certain criminal grounds for making non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) inadmissible and expands the crimes for which a non-U.S. national is deportable.First, the bill establishes that a non-U.S. national is inadmissible if the individual has admitted to or is convicted of acts constituting the essential elements of stalking, child abuse, child neglect, child abandonment, a sex offense, conspiracy to commit a sex offense, a violation of certain protection orders, or domestic violence (including physical or sexual abuse or a pattern of coercive behavior when it occurs within certain close relationships).  Next, the bill establishes additional grounds for deportation. Under current law, a non-U.S. national is deportable for certain criminal convictions, including domestic violence, stalking, and child abuse. The bill makes any sex offense (including crimes against minors) or conspiracy to commit a sex offense a basis for deportation. The bill also expands the domestic violence crimes that make a non-U.S. national deportable to include physical or sexual abuse or a pattern of coercive behavior when it occurs within certain close relationships.

US HB7343

Detain and Deport Illegal Aliens Who Assault Cops Act

US HB7334

Detain and Deport Illegal Aliens Who Commit Robbery Act

US HR1068

Condemning rape and sexual violence against women.

US HB4092

Protect RAIL Act Protect Railroads Against Illegal Looters Act

US HB6976

Protect Our Communities from DUIs Act

US HR1455

Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 3724) to amend the Higher Education Act of 1965 to prohibit recognized accrediting agencies and associations from requiring, encouraging, or coercing institutions of higher education to meet any political litmus test or violate any right protected by the Constitution as a condition of accreditation; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 4790) to amend the Federal securities laws with respect to the materiality of disclosure requirements, to establish the Public Company Advisory Committee, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5179) to require the maintenance of the country of origin markings for imported goods produced in the West Bank or Gaza, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5339) to amend the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 to specify requirements concerning the consideration of pecuniary and non-pecuniary factors, and for other purposes; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 5717) to provide that sanctuary jurisdictions that provide benefits to aliens who are present in the United States without lawful status under the immigration laws are ineligible for Federal funds intended to benefit such aliens; providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. 7909) to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that aliens who have been convicted of or who have committed sex offenses or domestic violence are inadmissible and deportable; and providing for consideration of the joint resolution (H.J. Res. 136) providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles".

US HB7415

DIRE Act Detain Illegals until Repatriated or Expelled Act

US HR827

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives regarding the relationships between firearm violence, misogyny, and violence against women, and reaffirming the importance of preventing individuals with a history of violence against women from accessing a firearm.

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