H.R. 698
119th CONGRESS 1st Session
To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to permanently bar aliens who are ordered removed after failing to appear at a removal proceeding, absent exceptional circumstances, from becoming permanent residents of the United States.
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES · January 23, 2025 · Sponsor: Mr. Rouzer · Committee: Committee on the Judiciary
Table of contents
SEC. 1. Short title
- This Act may be cited as the Asylum Accountability Act.
SEC. 2. Permanent ineligibility for adjustment of status after failure to appear at removal proceeding
- Section 240(b)(7) of the Immigration and Nationality Act () is amended by striking . 8 U.S.C. 1229a(b)(7)