Bills/H.R. 3362

Justice for Angel Families Act

Justice for Angel Families Act

In CommitteeJudiciaryHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
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# Justice for Angel Families Act (HR 3362) - Summary **What the Bill Would Do:** The Justice for Angel Families Act aims to provide legal remedies and support for families who have lost loved ones to crimes committed by undocumented immigrants. While specific provisions aren't detailed in the available information, bills with this title typically focus on creating pathways for civil lawsuits against responsible parties and potentially establishing compensation mechanisms or legal accountability measures for such cases. **Who It Affects:** The bill primarily targets families who have experienced losses due to crimes involving undocumented immigrants. It could also affect immigration enforcement agencies, local law enforcement, and potentially sanctuary jurisdictions.

The legislation reflects concerns about immigration enforcement and public safety. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 3362 remains in committee, meaning it has not yet advanced to a full House vote. The bill was introduced in the 119th Congress by Representative Troy Nehls (R-TX). Further action would require committee approval before it could be considered by the broader House membership. *Note: For complete policy details and specific provisions, you may want to review the full bill text on Congress.gov.*.

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Latest Action

May 13, 2025

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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10 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
May 13, 2025
Last Updated
May 13, 2025
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