Bills · HR 3486
PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3486Violent crimeDetention of persons
Stop Illegal Entry Act of 2025
INTRO MAY 19· LAST ACTION SEP 15
READING
4MIN
COSPONSORS
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LEGISLATIVE PROGRESS
STEP 4 / 8Introduced
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it dramatically increases the legal consequences and potential prison time for anyone who crosses into the U.S. without authorization or tries to return after being removed. If passed, it would mean much longer sentences, in some cases for life, for actions that currently carry significantly shorter penalties. This shift could lead to a substantial increase in the number of people in federal prisons for immigration-related offenses.
For voters, this bill represents a strong push to deter illegal immigration through more severe punishment. It shows a legislative intent to tighten border enforcement by using the criminal justice system more aggressively, contrasting with current laws that offer more lenient sentencing. This could significantly change how the U.S. approaches border security and immigration law enforcement.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Increases the maximum prison sentence for initial unlawful entry or attempted entry from 2 years to 5 years.
This provision significantly raises the baseline penalty for anyone attempting to cross the border without authorization.
PROVISION 02
Establishes a mandatory minimum sentence of 5 years to life imprisonment for individuals who enter illegally and are later convicted of any crime punishable by more than one year.
This provision creates a severe, potentially lifelong, consequence for illegal entry if combined with subsequent criminal activity, broadening the scope of what triggers harsh penalties.
PROVISION 03
Increases the general maximum prison sentence for unlawful reentry after being removed or deported to 10 years.
This provision toughens the penalty for simply returning to the U.S. without permission after a previous removal.
PROVISION 04
Implements a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years to life imprisonment for individuals who reenter unlawfully after being removed, if they had a prior conviction for an aggravated felony, any felony, or any crime punishable by more than one year.
This provision significantly escalates the punishment for repeat immigration offenders with a serious criminal background, potentially leading to lifelong incarceration.
PROVISION 05
Sets increased maximum penalties for specific categories of unlawful reentry, including up to 15 years for those with multiple prior drug/person-related misdemeanors, and non-concurrent 10-year sentences for those removed on national security grounds.
These provisions target specific high-risk groups for enhanced penalties, indicating a focus on particular criminal histories and national security concerns.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 5
R· Oklahoma
YRS IN OFFICE
5
BILLS LED
33
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 0 REP 5 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
18 EVENTSSEP 15
Received in the Senate.
SEP 11
Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 682. (consideration: CR H4242)
SEP 11
Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3838 and H.R. 3486. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3838 under a structured rule and H.R. 3486 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each bill.
SEP 11
DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3486.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3486
Congress119th
StatusPassed House
IntroducedMay 19, 2025
Last actionSep 15, 2025
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PASSED HOUSE· 119TH CONGRESS · JUDICIARY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 19, 2025
House BillHR 3486Violent crimeDetention of persons
Stop Illegal Entry Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAY 19, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 15, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
4 min
COSPONSORS
5
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
