People who flee Border Patrol in a vehicle near the border could face a new federal crime. Non-citizens could also be denied entry, deported, or blocked from asylum and other immigration relief.
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Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act is a Senate bill in committee. The latest recorded action: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Latest action on H.R. 35: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
Who this affects: This bill mainly affects people who drive near the U.S. border and encounter Border Patrol during a lawful pursuit. It also affects non-citizens because the same offense could trigger major immigration penalties. Law enforcement agencies near the border would also have a new federal charge to use and new reporting duties.
Why this matters: This bill matters because a vehicle chase near the border could bring a new federal charge and severe prison time. The punishment would be much higher if someone is seriously hurt or killed. For non-citizens, the same case could also affect whether they can enter the country, stay in the country, or seek asylum. The actual reach of the bill would depend on how often law enforcement uses it.
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Officially: Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act
People who flee Border Patrol in a vehicle near the border could face a new federal crime. Non-citizens could also be denied entry, deported, or blocked from asylum and other immigration relief.
Use this page to support, oppose, or ask Congress to amend H.R.35. Modern Action shows what the bill would change, helps identify the right senators or representative, and drafts a bill-specific message you can edit and send.
Where it stands
Sitting in the Judiciary
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Where this bill is in the process
Introduced
Introduced in House
House Committee
Under House committee consideration
House Floor Vote
Voted on by House
Passed House
Approved by House
Senate Review
Sent to Senate for consideration
Latest: Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (2/13/2025)
Passed Both Chambers
Approved by both House and Senate
Signed into Law
Signed by the President
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