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A bill to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to take into custody aliens who have been charged in the United States with theft, and for other purposes.
1/18/2025, 11:56 AM
Summary of Bill S 149
Bill 119 s 149, also known as the "Alien Theft Custody Act," is a proposed piece of legislation that aims to address the issue of aliens who have been charged with theft in the United States. The bill specifically requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to take custody of these individuals, ensuring that they are detained while their cases are being processed.
The main purpose of this bill is to prevent aliens who have been charged with theft from potentially fleeing or committing further crimes while awaiting trial. By mandating that these individuals be held in custody, the bill seeks to uphold the rule of law and protect the safety and security of the American public.
In addition to addressing the issue of alien theft offenders, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes, although specific details on these additional purposes are not provided in the summary. Overall, Bill 119 s 149 represents a targeted effort to address a specific issue within the realm of immigration and law enforcement. If passed, this legislation would have significant implications for how the United States handles cases involving aliens charged with theft.
The main purpose of this bill is to prevent aliens who have been charged with theft from potentially fleeing or committing further crimes while awaiting trial. By mandating that these individuals be held in custody, the bill seeks to uphold the rule of law and protect the safety and security of the American public.
In addition to addressing the issue of alien theft offenders, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes, although specific details on these additional purposes are not provided in the summary. Overall, Bill 119 s 149 represents a targeted effort to address a specific issue within the realm of immigration and law enforcement. If passed, this legislation would have significant implications for how the United States handles cases involving aliens charged with theft.
Congressional Summary of S 149
Public Safety First Act
This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to detain certain non-U.S. nationals (aliens under federal law) who have been arrested for burglary, theft, larceny, or shoplifting. Specifically, DHS must detain an individual who (1) is unlawfully present in the United States or did not possess the necessary documents when applying for admission; and (2) has been charged with, arrested for, convicted of, or admits to having committed acts that constitute the essential elements of burglary, theft, larceny, or shoplifting.
Current Status of Bill S 149
Bill S 149 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 17, 2025. Bill S 149 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on January 17, 2025. Bill S 149's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. as of January 17, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 149
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 149
Primary Policy Focus
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 149
A bill to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to take into custody aliens who have been charged in the United States with theft, and for other purposes.
A bill to require the Secretary of Homeland Security to take into custody aliens who have been charged in the United States with theft, and for other purposes.
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