S. 2269: Protect and Respect ICE Act

This bill, titled the "Protect and Respect ICE Act" or the "PRICE Act," aims to enhance legal penalties for specific crimes against officers and employees of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Here’s a breakdown of what the bill would do:

Increased Criminal Penalties

The primary focus of the bill is to amend existing law under Section 111 of title 18 of the United States Code, which deals with offenses involving assaulting, resisting, or impeding federal officers. The amendments would specifically:

• Redesignate existing penalty provisions: The current subsection concerning penalties for assaults against federal officers will be updated to create a new structure.
• Double maximum prison terms: If someone assaults or impedes an officer or employee of ICE, the maximum term of imprisonment that can be imposed will be doubled. For instance, if the previous maximum was five years, it would increase to ten years.
• Adjust maximum fines: Alongside the increased prison terms, the maximum fines applicable for such offenses will also be adjusted upward to reflect the increased severity of the crime against ICE personnel.

Key Implications

This legislation aims to deter individuals from committing acts of violence or resistance against ICE personnel by imposing stricter penalties. By doing so, the bill seeks to enhance the safety of law enforcement officers working within ICE, recognizing the challenges they face in their duties regarding immigration enforcement and customs regulation.

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