What does Preamble of S 2547 do?

This bill, formally titled 'A bill to amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to increase penalties for individuals who illegally enter and reenter the United States after being removed, and for other purposes,' aims to modify the Immigration and Nationality Act. The bill intends to increase penalties for individuals who illegally enter or reenter the United States after being removed.

What does SHORT TITLE. of S 2547 do?

This bill is formally titled Kate's Law

What does COMMISSION OF CRIMES BY ALIENS WHO ARE UNLAWFULLY PRESENT IN of S 2547 do?

Section 275 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1325) is amended. The penalty for violating subsection (a) of Section 275 is increased from 2 years to 5 years. A new subsection (e) is added to Section 275. This subsection (e) applies to aliens who enter or attempt to enter the United States unlawfully and are subsequently convicted of a crime punishable by more than one year of imprisonment. Such aliens may be fined and shall be imprisoned for a term of not less than 5 years.

What does INCREASED PENALTIES FOR REENTRY OF REMOVED ALIEN. of S 2547 do?

This section amends Section 276 of the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1326) to modify penalties for reentry of removed aliens. Generally, an alien who has been removed and subsequently enters the United States may be fined, imprisoned for up to 10 years, or both. Exceptions exist if the Secretary of Homeland Security expressly consents to the alien's reapplying for admission or if the alien establishes they were not required to obtain such consent. Increased penalties apply to aliens with prior convictions for specific crimes, including 3 or more misdemeanors involving drugs or crimes against the person, or those previously excluded or removed under specific sections. Mandatory minimum sentences of 10 years imprisonment are prescribed for certain aliens who reenter without permission after prior removals or convictions. The term 'removal' is defined to include agreements made during criminal trials.

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Kate's Law — S. 2547

Last updated: 7/30/2025 · Introduced: 7/30/2025

Author: Ted Cruz (R-TX)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill increases penalties for individuals who illegally enter or attempt to enter the United States after prior removal, modifying the Immigration and Nationality Act.
For aliens convicted of crimes punishable by more than one year of imprisonment after unlawful entry, this bill mandates a fine and a minimum 5-year prison sentence.
The bill establishes stricter penalties, including up to 10 years imprisonment, for aliens who reenter the U.S. after removal, particularly those with prior convictions for specific crimes.

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