This bill creates a new federal crime for driving a vehicle while fleeing from Border Patrol agents or other law enforcement officers who are working with Border Patrol, but only in areas within 100 miles of the U.S. border. If you're caught doing this, you could face prison time. If someone dies or gets seriously hurt during the chase, there's a mandatory minimum prison sentence you have to serve. For non-U.S. citizens convicted of this crime, the consequences are even stricter—they can be deported, lose eligibility for asylum or other immigration protections, and become permanently barred from entering the country legally. Essentially, the law aims to discourage high-speed pursuits and dangerous driving near the border by making it a serious federal offense with significant penalties, especially when the chase results in harm to people.

Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act

Cruz, Ted

Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety ActThis bill establishes new federal criminal offenses for operating a motor vehicle within 100 miles of the U.S. border while fleeing from a U.S. Border Patrol agent or a federal, state, or local law enforcement officer who is actively assisting or under the command of the U.S. Border Patrol.The bill establishes criminal penalties for an offense, including a mandatory minimum prison term for an offense resulting in death or serious bodily injury. Additionally, a non-U.S. national who is convicted of or admits to committing an offense is inadmissible, deportable, and ineligible&nbsp;for immigration relief (including asylum).