H.R. 3602
Adds criminal penalties aimed at smuggling and drug trafficking networks.
Medium confidence
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Creates prison penalties for cartel spotters who track Border Patrol and for damaging border surveillance equipment.
Medium confidence · direction only, not good or bad
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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.
Summary by the Congressional Research Service, introduced in house version.
On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Amended, Apr 20, 2024 · Failed