HR 2436 118th Congress House Immigration

Visa Overstays Penalties Act

Introduced: March 30, 2023 Introduced by: Moran, Nathaniel Republican · Texas See on congress.gov

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Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Mar 30, 2023

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Visa Overstays Penalties Act

This bill increases the civil penalties for unlawful entry into the United States and establishes criminal penalties for overstaying a visa.

A non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) apprehended while unlawfully entering the United States shall be subject to a fine of at least $500 and up to $1,000 (currently at least $50 and up to $250).

If an individual overstays a visa (or otherwise fails to comply with the conditions of a visa) for 10 days or more, on first offense the individual shall be subject to fines or imprisonment for up to six months, or both. For subsequent violations, the individual shall be subject to fines or imprisonment of up to two years, or both.

What's happening now March 30, 2023

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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