Justice for Angel Families Act

Introduced May 13, 2025 by Troy E. Nehls · Last progress May 13, 2025

Expands which state-run victim compensation programs can pay benefits by adding a new category called “angel families” (immediate family members of homicide victims killed by certain unlawfully present noncitizens or members of international drug‑trafficking organizations) and extending medical, lost‑wage (for emotional distress), and funeral cost coverage to them. Creates a new Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement Office inside the Secretary’s office to provide services for victims of crimes committed by certain noncitizens and their families, including a hotline, case services, a required case study, and annual reports to Congress.