Makes Illegal Voting by Noncitizens Deportable
HR58-119 · Introduced Jan 3, 2025
Why it matters
People here illegally who vote in federal elections could be deported and lose any chance of citizenship. The bill does not change who is allowed to vote.
What it does
- Makes illegal voting in federal elections an aggravated felony for people here unlawfully
- Makes people here unlawfully who knowingly vote in federal elections deportable
- Carries immigration penalties such as being barred from becoming a citizen
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About this bill
Would make it an aggravated felony for people here unlawfully to vote in federal elections. Those who knowingly vote would also be deportable.
Voter Integrity Protection Act
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Some immigration groups would likely say tougher penalties better deter illegal voting. They would argue the current penalties are not strong enough.
💬 The case against
Some immigrant rights groups would likely say the penalties are too harsh for the conduct. They may also argue it adds little beyond existing voting bans.
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