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H.R. 47: Victims Of Immigration Crime Engagement Restoration Act

This bill, known as the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement Restoration Act, aims to re-establish the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement Office (VOICE) within the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This office was initially created in 2017 to provide assistance to victims of crimes committed by individuals who are in the U.S. without legal status, but it was terminated in 2021.

Key Provisions of the Bill

Establishment of VOICE

The bill proposes the establishment of VOICE as a dedicated office within ICE that will focus on supporting victims of crimes committed by undocumented immigrants. This office will also assist witnesses and legal representatives who act at the request of victims or witnesses.

Duties of VOICE

VOICE will have several responsibilities, which include:

  • Using a victim-centered approach to acknowledge and support victims and their families.
  • Promoting awareness of available services for these individuals.
  • Building partnerships with community stakeholders who assist victims of immigration-related crimes.

Types of Assistance Provided

The bill outlines the kinds of assistance VOICE may offer to impacted individuals, including:

  • Establishing a toll-free VOICE Hotline to answer queries from victims.
  • Providing local contacts to address specific requests from victims.
  • Connecting victims with social service professionals for additional resources and support.
  • Helping victims to receive automated information about the custody status of undocumented individuals held in custody.
  • Offering access to additional criminal or immigration history of the undocumented individual to victims or their families.

Reporting Requirements

Within 180 days of the bill's enactment, VOICE will be required to publish quarterly reports to Congress, the Secretary of Homeland Security, and the President. These reports will focus on the impact of crimes committed by undocumented individuals and the effects on their victims.

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Date Action
Jan. 03, 2025 Introduced in House
Jan. 03, 2025 Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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