S. 2001: No Visas for Violent Criminals Act

This bill, titled the "No Visas for Violent Criminals Act," proposes changes to immigration law regarding aliens (non-citizens) who commit certain crimes. The key points of the bill include:

Deportation for Specific Crimes

Under the proposed law, any alien convicted of particular crimes related to protests would face immediate deportation. The relevant crimes include:

• Participating in unlawful protest-related activities, specifically those that result in a crime committed during the protest.
• Defacing, vandalizing, or destroying federal property.
• Intentionally obstructing highways, roads, bridges, or tunnels.

Immediate Visa Cancellation

If an alien is convicted of one of these deportable crimes:

• Any visa that was issued to that person would be immediately cancelled.
• The individual must be removed from the United States within 60 days after their conviction.

Amendment to Existing Law

The bill amends Section 237(a)(2) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, which outlines the grounds for deportation. This amendment adds the listed crimes as specific reasons for which an alien can be deported.

Implications

The legislation aims to strengthen immigration enforcement against individuals who engage in criminal activities during protests, thereby enforcing stricter consequences for certain behaviors related to public demonstrations.

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