Overview

• The Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act passed the House with a 266-158 vote, including support from 51 Democrats.
• The bill mandates deportation or inadmissibility for undocumented immigrants convicted of sex offenses, domestic violence, stalking, child abuse, or violating protection orders.
• Supporters argue the legislation is necessary to protect women and children from violent offenders who are in the country illegally.
• Opponents claim the bill is redundant, fearmongers about immigrants, and could harm survivors of domestic violence who might be arrested along with their abusers.
• The bill is part of a broader GOP effort to address immigration and border security issues ahead of the upcoming elections.