Voters should care about this bill because it aims to strengthen protections for children by imposing harsher penalties on those who commit serious crimes against them in specific vulnerable locations. It also directly addresses the ongoing fentanyl crisis by increasing the financial deterrents for drug traffickers, potentially impacting the flow and availability of this dangerous drug.
The bill's focus on information sharing among law enforcement agencies regarding border activities is significant for national security and public safety. If passed, it could lead to better coordination and more effective responses to human trafficking, drug smuggling, and unlawful entries, potentially affecting border communities and the nation as a whole. Without this bill, these specific penalties would not be increased, and the mandated information sharing between federal and local border agencies would not occur.
KEY PROVISIONS
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PROVISION 01
Increases existing prison sentences by up to 10 years for certain felony offenses involving a minor if committed near schools, playgrounds, or public housing facilities.
This provision aims to provide additional protection for children by imposing harsher penalties for crimes committed in areas where children are frequently present.
PROVISION 02
Significantly increases the maximum monetary fines for individuals and organizations convicted of certain drug trafficking offenses involving fentanyl.
This provision targets the fentanyl crisis by increasing financial deterrents for traffickers, aiming to disrupt the illicit drug trade.
PROVISION 03
Requires the Department of Homeland Security's agencies (ICE and CBP) to share specific information about border crimes, human trafficking, and drug/gun smuggling with state and local law enforcement agencies along U.S. land borders.
This aims to improve coordination and intelligence gathering among law enforcement to better address cross-border criminal activities.
PROVISION 04
Mandates the Secretary of Homeland Security to report to Congress every 180 days on the collected border crime information.
This provision ensures regular oversight and transparency regarding border security efforts and the effectiveness of information sharing.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
COMMITTEE
JUL 16
Introduced in House
INTROREFERRAL
JUL 16
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
INTROREFERRAL
JUL 16
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Voters should care about this bill because it aims to strengthen protections for children by imposing harsher penalties on those who commit serious crimes against them in specific vulnerable locations. It also directly addresses the ongoing fentanyl crisis by increasing the financial deterrents for drug traffickers, potentially impacting the flow and availability of this dangerous drug.
The bill's focus on information sharing among law enforcement agencies regarding border activities is significant for national security and public safety. If passed, it could lead to better coordination and more effective responses to human trafficking, drug smuggling, and unlawful entries, potentially affecting border communities and the nation as a whole. Without this bill, these specific penalties would not be increased, and the mandated information sharing between federal and local border agencies would not occur.
KEY PROVISIONS
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high
Increases existing prison sentences by up to 10 years for certain felony offenses involving a minor if committed near schools, playgrounds, or public housing facilities.
This provision aims to provide additional protection for children by imposing harsher penalties for crimes committed in areas where children are frequently present.
high
Significantly increases the maximum monetary fines for individuals and organizations convicted of certain drug trafficking offenses involving fentanyl.
This provision targets the fentanyl crisis by increasing financial deterrents for traffickers, aiming to disrupt the illicit drug trade.
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Requires the Department of Homeland Security's agencies (ICE and CBP) to share specific information about border crimes, human trafficking, and drug/gun smuggling with state and local law enforcement agencies along U.S. land borders.
This aims to improve coordination and intelligence gathering among law enforcement to better address cross-border criminal activities.
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Mandates the Secretary of Homeland Security to report to Congress every 180 days on the collected border crime information.
This provision ensures regular oversight and transparency regarding border security efforts and the effectiveness of information sharing.
Up to 10 years imprisonment (in addition to existing sentences, served consecutively)
Any person who commits a felony offense involving a minor under specified sections of Title 18 (e.g., kidnapping, sexual exploitation, trafficking) within 1,000 feet of a school, playground, or public housing facility, or within 100 feet of a youth center, public park, public playground, public swimming pool, or video arcade facility.
criminal
Increased monetary fines (e.g., from $10,000,000 to $15,000,000 for individuals, from $50,000,000 to $75,000,000 for organizations for certain violations)
Individuals and organizations convicted of certain offenses involving fentanyl under the Controlled Substances Act.
GLOSSARY
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Title 18, United States Code
The section of federal law that deals with crimes and criminal procedure in the United States.
Minor
An individual who has not reached 18 years of age.
Felony offense
A serious crime, typically punishable by imprisonment for more than one year or by death.
Consecutive sentence
A prison sentence that is served after another sentence has been completed, rather than at the same time.
Controlled Substances Act
The main federal law regulating the manufacture, distribution, and possession of certain drugs, including fentanyl.
Transnational criminal organizations
Criminal groups that operate across national borders, engaging in illegal activities such as drug trafficking, human trafficking, and smuggling.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
A federal agency responsible for enforcing immigration laws and investigating criminal activity across the United States.
ACTION TIMELINE
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JUL 17, 25
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
COMMITTEE
JUL 16, 25
Introduced in House
INTROREFERRAL
JUL 16, 25
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
INTROREFERRAL
JUL 16, 25
Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committees on Homeland Security, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
