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H.R. 35: Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act

This bill, known as the Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act, aims to address the issue of individuals who intentionally flee from federal officers while operating a motor vehicle. It introduces new criminal penalties and immigration consequences for these actions, particularly near the U.S. border.

Key Provisions

Criminal Penalties for Evading Arrest

The bill amends federal law to establish that:

A person commits an offense if they operate a motor vehicle and intentionally flee from:

A U.S. Border Patrol agent who is acting lawfully.
Any federal, state, or local law enforcement officer who is assisting or under the command of a U.S. Border Patrol agent, within 100 miles of the U.S. border.

Penalties for Offenses

The penalties for evading arrest or detention while operating a vehicle are categorized based on the outcomes of the flight:

If no serious harm occurs, the offender may face:

Up to 2 years in prison.
Fines.

If serious bodily injury results, the penalties increase to:

5 to 20 years in prison.
Fines.

If the action results in a death, the penalties become significantly more severe, including:

10 years to life in prison.
Fines.

Immigration Consequences

The bill also impacts immigration laws by establishing that:

Individuals convicted of evading arrest or detention while driving would be classified as inadmissible to the U.S.
Such individuals may also face deportation if convicted.
Conviction would make an individual ineligible for various forms of relief under immigration laws, including asylum.

Annual Reporting Requirement

The bill mandates that the Attorney General, in coordination with the Secretary of Homeland Security, produce an annual report detailing:

The number of people who violate the new section regarding evasion.
Statistics on charges, apprehensions, and penalties related to these violations.

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Actions

9 actions

Date	Action
Feb. 13, 2025	Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 5. (consideration: CR H682-691)
Feb. 13, 2025	DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 35.
Feb. 13, 2025	Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
Feb. 13, 2025	On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 264 - 155 (Roll no. 42). (text: CR H683)
Feb. 13, 2025	Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 264 - 155 (Roll no. 42). (text: CR H683)
Feb. 13, 2025	Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Feb. 13, 2025	The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.
Jan. 03, 2025	Introduced in House
Jan. 03, 2025	Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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