House to Vote on Laken Riley Act as First Bill of New Congress

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The Laken Riley Act is a piece of legislation that has gained significant attention in the new Congress. The Act is named after Laken Riley, a young woman whose life was tragically cut short. The bill aims to address issues related to border security and immigration enforcement.

Key provisions of the Laken Riley Act include:

Detention of Undocumented Individuals: The Act mandates that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detain any undocumented person who is charged with theft, burglary, larceny, or similar offenses. This is intended to ensure that individuals who commit such crimes are not released back into the community.
Accountability for the Biden Administration: The Act holds the Biden Administration accountable for its immigration policies, particularly its open border policies, which the bill's sponsors argue have contributed to increased crime and insecurity.
State Lawsuits: The Act allows states to sue the federal government if they believe it is not enforcing border laws adequately. This provision is designed to give states more power to address immigration issues independently.
Bipartisan Support and Opposition: The Act has seen a mix of support and opposition. Last year, it passed the House with bipartisan support, including all voting Republicans and 37 Democrats. However, all the "no" votes came from Democrats. The Senate is also expected to vote on the bill this week, reflecting its continued relevance and the ongoing debate in Congress.
Legislative Background: The bill was first introduced by Rep. Mike Collins, R-Ga., and has been reintroduced in the new Congress by several senators, including Katie Britt, Ted Budd, John Thune, and John Fetterman.

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The Act is part of a broader effort by House Republicans to push for stricter immigration laws and border security measures as they prepare to take over all the levers of power in Washington, D.C., with the support of President-elect Donald Trump.

House to Vote on Laken Riley Act as First Bill of New Congress

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Key provisions of the Laken Riley Act include:

Detention of Undocumented Individuals: The Act mandates that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detain any undocumented person who is charged with theft, burglary, larceny, or similar offenses. This is intended to ensure that individuals who commit such crimes are not released back into the community.
Accountability for the Biden Administration: The Act holds the Biden Administration accountable for its immigration policies, particularly its open border policies, which the bill's sponsors argue have contributed to increased crime and insecurity.
State Lawsuits: The Act allows states to sue the federal government if they believe it is not enforcing border laws adequately. This provision is designed to give states more power to address immigration issues independently.
Bipartisan Support and Opposition: The Act has seen a mix of support and opposition. Last year, it passed the House with bipartisan support, including all voting Republicans and 37 Democrats. However, all the "no" votes came from Democrats. The Senate is also expected to vote on the bill this week, reflecting its continued relevance and the ongoing debate in Congress.
Legislative Background: The bill was first introduced by Rep. Mike Collins, R-Ga., and has been reintroduced in the new Congress by several senators, including Katie Britt, Ted Budd, John Thune, and John Fetterman.

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