Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (20 Apr 2024): On 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).
What this bill does
H.R. 3602, the Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act, would create new federal crimes and enhance penalties for actions that hinder U.S. border control. Specifically, it would make it illegal to knowingly provide information about the location or activities of law enforcement to further immigration, customs, or drug-related crimes, punishable by up to 10 years in prison. It would also establish penalties of up to 10 years for intentionally destroying or damaging border control devices like fences or sensors, or attempting to build structures to bypass them.
The bill would also increase penalties for using or carrying a firearm during certain alien smuggling offenses, potentially leading to up to 20 years in prison. These provisions would affect individuals involved in such activities. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in May 2023 and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. On April 20, 2024, a motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill failed in the House by a vote of 215 to 199, meaning it did not pass.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
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.
Timeline
20 Apr 2024
On 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).
Common questions
- What does H.R. 3602 do?
- H.R. 3602, the Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act, would create new federal crimes and enhance penalties for actions that hinder U.S. border control. Specifically, it would make it illegal to knowingly provide information about the location or activities of law enforcement to further immigration, customs, or drug-related crimes, punishable by up to 10 years in prison. It would also establish penalties of up to 10 years for intentionally destroying or damaging border control devices like fences or sensors, or attempting to build structures to bypass them. The bill would also increase penalties for using or carrying a firearm during certain alien smuggling offenses, potentially leading to up to 20 years in prison. These provisions would affect individuals involved in such activities. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in May 2023 and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. On April 20, 2024, a motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill failed in the House by a vote of 215 to 199, meaning it did not pass.
- Has H.R. 3602 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 3602. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 3602?
- H.R. 3602 was sponsored by Rep. Ciscomani, Juan [R-AZ-6] (R-AZ), with 6 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 3602?
- On 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). (20 Apr 2024).
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