hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Defines serious DUI/DWI offenses causing death or injury as aggravated felonies.
Rep. Kim (CA), Meuser (PA), Burchett (TN), Joyce (OH); all Republicans.
In committee, no House vote yet.
This bill redefines certain serious drunk driving offenses as aggravated felonies under immigration law. This specifically applies to driving under the influence resulting in death or serious injury to another person, regardless of whether the conviction is a misdemeanor or felony. The bill was introduced by Representative Young Kim, a Republican from California, along with three other Republican co-sponsors. It has been referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary for review and consideration.
Introduced Apr 15, 2026
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and then sent to the House Committee on the Judiciary. Before it can become law, it must be approved by this committee, then passed by the full House, then passed by the Senate, and finally signed by the President. No votes have been scheduled yet.
If this bill passes, individuals who are not U.S. citizens and are convicted of drunk driving offenses that cause death or serious injury to another person would face immediate consequences under immigration law. Such offenses would be considered an 'aggravated felony,' which often leads to deportation. Additionally, non-citizens with past convictions for these types of serious drunk driving incidents, regardless of when they occurred, could be deemed inadmissible to the U.S. or subject to deportation proceedings after the bill's enactment.
Supporters Say
Supporters would say this bill protects public safety by ensuring non-citizens who commit serious drunk driving offenses face deportation.
Critics Say
Critics might argue that applying these new rules retroactively is unfair, or that existing laws already address these issues.
Proponents of this bill would likely highlight its aim to enhance public safety by making it easier to remove individuals who are not U.S. citizens and have committed severe drunk driving offenses resulting in harm or death. They might argue that current law does not adequately categorize these serious crimes for immigration purposes. Opponents, however, could raise concerns about the bill's retroactive application, which means it would apply to convictions that occurred before the law is enacted, potentially leading to the deportation of individuals for past offenses.