Rapid Expulsion of Migrant Offenders who Violate and Evade (REMOVE) Act

# REMOVE Act Summary **What the Bill Would Do** The REMOVE Act would allow the federal government to more quickly deport immigrants who commit certain crimes or violate immigration laws. Currently, immigrants facing deportation go through a lengthy court process. This bill aims to speed up that process by expanding situations where immigrants can be expelled from the country with fewer legal procedures. The bill specifically targets what it describes as "migrant offenders" and those who evade immigration enforcement. **Who It Affects and Key Details** This legislation would primarily affect non-citizens in the United States who are arrested or convicted of crimes, as well as immigrants who violate the terms of their legal status.

The bill also involves detention procedures for these individuals during the expulsion process. Because the bill is still in committee and detailed language hasn't been publicly analyzed, the specific crimes covered and exact procedural changes aren't yet clear. **Current Status** The bill was introduced in the Senate by Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee during the 119th Congress. It remains in committee, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full Senate. This is an early stage in the legislative process, and the bill would need to pass committee, floor votes in both chambers, and be signed by the President to become law.