S. 374: Transnational Criminal Organization Illicit Spotter Prevention and Elimination Act
Quick Facts
Bill Sponsor: Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA)
Congress: 118th
Date Introduced: February 9, 2023
Last Action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (February 9, 2023)
Bill 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.