HR-3602 : Still Just a Bill


Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act

This bill provides for criminal penalties for certain conduct that interferes with U.S. border control measures.

Specifically, a person who knowingly transmits the location or activities of law enforcement with the intent to further a crime related to immigration, customs, or controlled substances may be imprisoned for a maximum of 10 years. A person who knowingly damages or destroys a device deployed to control the border or port of entry may be imprisoned for a maximum of 10 years.

Additionally, the bill provides for enhanced punishment for carrying or using a firearm in connection with certain criminal immigration violations such as assisting a non-U.S. national (alien under federal law) who is inadmissible due to a felony conviction.

Action Timeline

Action DateTypeTextSource
2024-04-20VoteOn motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Failed by the Yeas and Nays: (2/3 required): 215 - 199 (Roll no. 143).House floor actions
2024-04-20FloorConsidered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H2614-2615)House floor actions
2024-04-19FloorAt the conclusion of debate, the Yeas and Nays were demanded and ordered. Pursuant to the provisions of clause 8, rule XX, the Chair announced that further proceedings on the motion would be postponed.House floor actions
2024-04-19FloorDEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 3602.House floor actions
2024-04-19FloorConsidered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H2533-2555; text: CR H2533-2549)House floor actions
2024-04-19FloorMr. Moore (AL) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.House floor actions
2023-05-23IntroReferralReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.House floor actions
2023-05-23IntroReferralIntroduced in HouseLibrary of Congress

Policy Area :

Immigration
Related Subjects
  • Border security and unlawful immigration
  • Criminal procedure and sentencing
  • Customs enforcement
  • Drug trafficking and controlled substances
  • Firearms and explosives
  • Human trafficking
  • Law enforcement administration and funding
  • Law enforcement officers
  • Smuggling and trafficking
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