ICE Act

This bill would make it a federal crime to knowingly get in the way of immigration officers while they are doing their jobs. It also covers destroying or damaging U.S. government property that is being used for immigration enforcement. People who do this could face fines, up to five years in prison, or both.

Key points:

• Who is affected: Anyone who knowingly interferes with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers during enforcement, including by damaging government equipment or property used in those actions.
• What changes: Adds a new criminal penalty for this interference, with possible fines and up to five years in prison.
• When: The text does not state a specific start date.