US Congress · 119th Congress (2025-2026)

HR 3486Passed Origin Chamber

Stop Illegal Entry Act of 2025

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Overview

The Stop Illegal Entry Act of 2025 increases criminal penalties for non-U.S. nationals who illegally enter the United States and then commit a felony, or who re-enter the country after being removed. Specifically, it raises the minimum prison sentence for illegal entry to 5 years and allows for a life sentence if a felony is involved. The bill also strengthens penalties for those previously denied entry or removed, particularly if they have a history of prior offenses, increasing potential prison terms significantly.

Key provisions

Increases the minimum prison sentence for illegal entry to 5 years.
Allows for a life sentence for individuals convicted of a felony after illegally entering or re-entering the U.S.
Increases the maximum prison sentence for repeated improper entry to 10 years.
Raises the maximum prison sentence for re-entry after denial or removal to 15 years if three or more misdemeanors were previously convicted.
Establishes a mandatory minimum 10-year prison sentence and potential life sentence for felons who are convicted of illegal reentry after removal.
Requires prior consent from the Secretary of Homeland Security for certain aliens seeking to reapply for admission.
Increases penalties for reentry for aliens convicted of aggravated felonies or other serious crimes.
Modifies the definition of ‘removal’ to include agreements to stipulate to removal during criminal proceedings.

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Legislative history

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Sep 9, 2025House

Rule H. Res. 682 passed House.

Sep 9, 2025House

Rules Committee Resolution H. Res. 682 Reported to House. Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3838 and H.R. 3486. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3838 under a structured rule and H.R. 3486 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each bill.

Sep 11, 2025House

Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

Sep 11, 2025House

On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 226 - 197 (Roll no. 264). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H4242)

Sep 11, 2025

Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by the Yeas and Nays: 226 - 197 (Roll no. 264). (text of amendment in the nature of a substitute: CR H4242: 4)

Sep 11, 2025House

Considered as unfinished business. (consideration: CR H4250)

Sep 11, 2025House

POSTPONED PROCEEDINGS - At the conclusion of debate on H.R. 3486, the Chair put the question on passage of the bill and by voice vote, announced the ayes had prevailed. Mr. Raskin demanded the yeas and nays and the Chair postponed further proceedings until a time to be announced.

Sep 11, 2025House

The previous question was ordered pursuant to the rule.

Sep 11, 2025House

DEBATE - The House proceeded with one hour of debate on H.R. 3486.

Sep 11, 2025House

Rule provides for consideration of H.R. 3838 and H.R. 3486. The resolution provides for consideration of H.R. 3838 under a structured rule and H.R. 3486 under a closed rule with one hour of general debate and one motion to recommit on each bill.

Sep 11, 2025House

Considered under the provisions of rule H. Res. 682. (consideration: CR H4242)

Sep 15, 2025Senate

Received in the Senate.

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Stop Illegal Entry Act of 2025

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